Jon Rahm wrapped up a tumultuous week on the LIV Golf tour with a commanding seven-under 64 on Sunday, securing a six-shot victory at the LIV Golf Mexico City event, marking his second win this year on the Saudi-backed circuit. The week was marked by uncertainty surrounding the Saudi-funded league's financial stability, with CEO Scott O'Neil addressing staff in a memo to reassure them of funding through the end of the year, following reports that the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) may withdraw its financial support. A power outage on Tuesday and a two-hour streaming interruption during the opening round further fueled speculation about the league's stability.
However, LIV Golf announced its return to Chapultepec Golf Club next year. Rahm, who went winless last season on LIV despite claiming the points title, began strongly with a birdie on the par-4 second hole and an eagle on the next, playing bogey-free.
In a surprising turn of events, Rahm's victory came after a disappointing performance at the Masters, where he tied for 38th. 'If you had told me last Thursday that I'd win by a six-shot margin, I wouldn't have believed you,' Rahm said. Bryson DeChambeau withdrew from the final round due to a wrist injury, ending his bid to become the first player to win three consecutive LIV Golf events.
DeChambeau, 16 shots behind Rahm at the time of his withdrawal, aims to return for the LIV Golf Virginia event on May 7-10. Rahm's victory was accompanied by his Legion XIII team's first win of the year. David Puig finished second with a 66, earning valuable world ranking points and virtually securing his spot in the PGA Championship.
Another strong finish in Virginia could propel him into the US Open.