It’s been rumored, floated and discussed for the last few weeks, but now the news is official: Jon Rahm is leaving the PGA Tour in his rearview mirror and opting to play for the Saudi Arabia-backed LIV Golf League.
The No. 3 player in the world is coming off a four-win season on Tour, including his second major championship at the Masters in April.
Rahm has followed his good buddies Sergio Garcia and Phil Mickelson to the Greg Norman-led circuit, a move that is surprising given everything he has said in the past about the two leagues.
Here are some of the best reactions to the Rahm-LIV Golf news from across social media.
Oh my god he’s actually giving the team golf spiel
— Gabby Herzig (@GabbyHerzig) December 7, 2023
Imagine if Rahm announces this in a LIV golf letterman jacket
— max homa (@Maxhoma) December 7, 2023
“My goal is to grow the game of golf.”
Jon Rahm on Fox announcing he has joined LIV.
— Ron Mintz (@MintzGolf) December 7, 2023
Jon Rahm going to LIV is the biggest blow to the PGA Tour yet. This could change everything.
— Ryan Redwood (@RyanRedwood58) December 7, 2023
I am proud to join @livgolf_league and be part of something new that is bringing growth to the sport. I have no doubt that this is a great opportunity for me and my family and am very excited for the future. pic.twitter.com/myf4isJgJ3
— Jon Rahm Rodriguez (@JonRahmpga) December 7, 2023
The Player Directors are united and all working together to represent the PGA Tour, the entire player membership, and best interests of the sport. pic.twitter.com/UPr0IV08CO
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) December 7, 2023
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