Jon Rahm wrapped up a turbulent week on the LIV Golf circuit by posting a seven‑under‑par 64 on Sunday, securing a six‑stroke victory at LIV Golf Mexico City. This win marks his second triumph of the season on the Saudi‑backed tour and underscores his resurgence after a title‑less stretch on the circuit. The week had been dominated by speculation about the financial health of the league.
In an effort to calm nerves, LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil circulated an internal memo confirming that the organization has secured funding through the end of the calendar year. The reassurance came after rumors circulated that the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) might withdraw its financial backing, a prospect that had many players and staff wondering about the league’s future. Adding to the uncertainty, the tournament in Mexico experienced a two‑hour power outage on Tuesday, which interrupted the live stream during the opening round and fueled further doubts about operational stability.
Despite these setbacks, the league announced that it will return to the historic Chapultepec Golf Club for the 2025 season, signaling confidence in the venue and in the tour’s long‑term plans. Rahm’s performance this week was a stark contrast to his previous season on LIV, where he collected the points title but failed to capture an event win.
His earlier experience at Chapultepec was also mixed; back in 2017, when the course hosted a World Golf Championship, he fell short of victory. This time, however, he arrived with purpose. After birdieing the reachable par‑4 second hole, he immediately followed with an eagle on the third, establishing early momentum.
He completed the round without a single bogey, a flawless display that left little doubt about his dominance. When asked about his surprising margin of victory, Rahm admitted he would have found it hard to believe a week earlier. “If you had told me on Thursday that I’d win by six strokes, I wouldn’t have believed you because I felt I’d played poorly,” he said, referencing his tied‑38th finish at the Masters earlier in the year.
The tournament also saw the withdrawal of Bryson DeChambeau before the final round. DeChambeau, who was aiming to become the first player to win three consecutive LIV events, cited a wrist injury that he did not want to exacerbate. At the time of his exit, he trailed Rahm by 16 shots. In a social‑media statement, DeChambeau explained, “I felt some discomfort in my wrist during yesterday’s round and decided to sit out the final round to avoid further injury.
It’s not how I wanted this week to end.” He added that he will undergo evaluation and hopes to compete at LIV Golf Virginia, scheduled for May 7‑10, a week before the PGA Championship. Rahm’s victory also lifted his Legion XIII teammates, who secured their first team win of the year. Meanwhile, Spain’s David Puig posted a 66 to finish runner‑up, earning valuable world‑ranking points that virtually guarantee his entry into the PGA Championship. A strong finish at the upcoming Virginia event could also open the door for him to qualify for the U.S.
Open. Looking ahead, the next stop on the LIV Golf schedule is the Virginia tournament at Trump National Golf Club in Washington, D.C., set for May 7‑10.
Players and fans alike will be watching closely to see how the league navigates the recent financial rumors and technical hiccups while delivering competitive golf. Overall, Rahm’s commanding win in Mexico serves as both a personal milestone and a reassuring sign for LIV Golf, suggesting that despite operational challenges and funding questions, the tour can still produce high‑quality competition and compelling storylines for its audience.