Rahm, like many other PGA Tour players, has spoken against the rebel series in the past. However, the Spaniard remains curious about how this year will play out as LIV Golf continues to grow.
The Saudi-backed circuit led by Greg Norman has been a talking point in the golf world for a while now. Having gained the interest of several PGA Tour stars in the past, LIV is now set to invite more.
Amid the series’ transition to the LIV Golf League, Rahm has stated that more players are on their way. Furthermore, the golfer cleared his stance on the matter and said that it’s “better for everybody” if the PGA Tour adapts to changes due to defections.
Speaking about LIV Golf ahead of the Sentry Tournament of Champions in Hawaii, Jon Rahm said:
It is interesting to note that Rahm seems to have accepted LIV’s place in the golf world. The comments from the Spaniard notably came at the Sentry Tournament of Champions, the first of the PGA Tour’s newly-announced “elevated events” this year.
He also addressed the $15 million prize purse of the event and said how golf has changed in the past year. Rahm said:
Jon Rahm respects golfers’ decision to join LIV Golf
It is pertinent to note that TOC defending champion Cameron Smith won’t be at the event following his move to LIV Golf. The golfer was banned by the PGA Tour, meaning he will only play against the PGA’s big names in the majors.
Speaking about this, Rahm said that he respected players’ choice to move to LIV. However, he doesn’t think their treatment from the circuit will be much different going forward and added:
Jon Rahm’s comments come amid rumors of various players moving to LIV Golf. The golfer, who is the favorite to win the Tournament of Champions, revealed that he has his eyes set on the majors in 2023. It’ll be interesting to see how he fairs against LIV players.
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