Jon Rahm quits LIV Golf after two years over deal terms
Two-time major winner Jon Rahm told a bankruptcy court he will not participate in LIV Golf's restructured 2.0 plan.
Jon Rahm announced his exit from LIV Golf after reviewing the Saudi-backed league's restructuring terms. Jon Rahm's attorney told a US bankruptcy court that the player found the proposed "LIV 2.0" deal unacceptable.
The move strikes a major blow to the circuit as it attempts to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with new investor backing. Several other players, including Cameron Smith, Bryson DeChambeau, and Marc Leishman, have asked a judge to release them from their contracts.
Rahm, a two-time major champion, had been owed at least $7.5 million in unpaid claims from LIV and won three consecutive season titles since joining in late 2023. The league secured up to $300 million in new funding this week, contingent on court approval.
- $7.5 million
- Rahm's unpaid claim
- 2 wins
- Rahm's major titles
- 3 consecutive
- LIV season titles won
- $300 million
- New funding secured
Why it mattersLIV's survival depends on keeping marquee players. Rahm's departure signals the league may struggle to retain its biggest stars and rebuild credibility.
AustraliaCameron Smith, the Australian PGA Tour professional, is among the players seeking legal release from LIV Golf to pursue other opportunities as the league restructures.
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