Jon Rahm is out at LIV Golf. The two sides reached a separation agreement where Rahm relinquished all monetary and economic claims against the Saudi-backed league in exchange for getting back his name, image and likeness rights.
This ends Rahm's tumultuous stint with LIV after he joined the circuit in December 2023 on a reported nine-figure deal. The Spanish star never found his footing in the breakaway league, and the relationship deteriorated quickly. By agreeing to walk away from the remainder of his contract, Rahm essentially gave up hundreds of millions of dollars to regain control of his personal brand.
The move clears the way for Rahm to potentially rejoin the PGA Tour, where he won the Masters in 2023 before defecting to LIV. He'll now be free to pursue other opportunities without financial entanglement to the league. For LIV, it's another high-profile exit that signals the circuit's instability despite its deep pockets. The league has struggled to retain marquee talent and compete with the PGA Tour, especially after merger negotiations fizzled.
Rahm gets his independence back. LIV avoids paying the rest of his contract. Nobody really won here, but both sides move on.