Jon Rahm Says No To LIV 2.0: Spanish Star Set To Leave Troubled Golf League

Jon Rahm will not be part of LIV Golf’s planned 2027 version, dealing a major blow to the breakaway circuit as it attempts to emerge from bankruptcy and rebuild without financial backing from Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund.

Rahm’s attorney John Beck told a US Bankruptcy Court in New Jersey that the Spanish star had reviewed the proposed terms of “LIV 2.0” and decided against participating next year.

The former world No. 1 and winner of the Masters and US Open was among LIV’s biggest signings when he joined in late 2023 as the reigning Masters champion. His signing package was reportedly worth around $300 million, although the figure was never officially confirmed. Rahm has said he still had several years remaining on his contract.

His departure comes at a difficult time for LIV. The Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia has said it will stop funding the league after the 2026 season. LIV has since received an initial investment payment from BC Partners Credit, subject to approval, as it seeks to move ahead with a new structure.

The proposed LIV 2.0 would be more team-focused, with players becoming equity owners. LIV CEO Scott O’Neil has described the plan as a player-owned, globally focused league.

Rahm was LIV’s individual points champion for the last three seasons and earned more than $100 million from the circuit during that period.

His next destination remains uncertain. The PGA Tour has generally required a one-year gap after a player’s final LIV event, although it made an exception for Brooks Koepka this year. Rahm previously declined a PGA Tour return offer.

Rahm remains a European tour member and plans to play in Abu Dhabi and Dubai later this year. He is currently ranked No. 15 in the world despite limited access to ranking points through LIV.