Jon Rahm capped a turbulent week on the LIV Golf circuit by delivering a spectacular seven‑under‑par 64 on Sunday, securing a six‑stroke victory at LIV Golf Mexico City. This win marks his second triumph of the year on the Saudi‑backed tour and underscores his resurgence after a winless stretch on the circuit last season, despite having captured the points title.
The backdrop to Rahm's performance has been anything but calm. Throughout the week, the league has faced a wave of uncertainty regarding its financial stability.
In an effort to quell growing speculation, LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil circulated an internal memorandum assuring staff that the organization’s funding is guaranteed through the end of the calendar year. This reassurance came after media reports suggested that the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) might withdraw its financial backing, a scenario that could have profound implications for the league’s future. Compounding the tension, the tournament in Mexico experienced a significant technical glitch on Tuesday when a power outage forced a two‑hour streaming interruption during the opening round. The outage sparked further rumors about the league’s operational robustness, yet LIV Golf quickly announced plans to return to the historic Chapultepec Golf Club for the 2025 season, signaling confidence in the venue and the event’s long‑term viability.
Rahm’s victory was decisive and flawless. He opened his round with a birdie on the reachable par‑four second hole, followed immediately by an eagle on the third, establishing an early lead that he never relinquished.
Remarkably, he completed the round without a single bogey, a testament to his precision and composure under pressure. Reflecting on his performance, Rahm admitted, "If you had told me last Thursday that I would win by six strokes this week, I would have doubted it because my game had been struggling." The win also carried personal significance for Rahm.
He previously competed at Chapultepec in 2017 when the course hosted a World Golf Championship, an event that ended in disappointment for him. Returning to the same grounds and emerging victorious provides a form of poetic closure and highlights his growth as a competitor on the LIV platform. While Rahm celebrated, fellow competitor Bryson DeChambeau made headlines for a different reason. DeChambeau withdrew from the final round after experiencing wrist discomfort, opting to protect his health rather than risk further injury.
At the time of his exit, he trailed Rahm by 16 shots and had been on the cusp of becoming the first player to secure three consecutive LIV Golf victories. In a social‑media statement, DeChambeau explained, "I felt some pain in my wrist during yesterday's round, and I decided to sit out the final round to avoid worsening the issue. This isn’t how I wanted the week to end." DeChambeau indicated that he would undergo evaluation and hoped to be fit for the upcoming LIV Golf Virginia tournament, scheduled for May 7‑10 at Trump National Golf Club near Washington, D.C., a week before the PGA Championship.
His withdrawal underscores the physical demands placed on players in the fast‑paced LIV format, where multiple rounds are often contested over a condensed schedule. Rahm’s triumph also boosted his Legion XIII team, which claimed its first team victory of the season. The team component of LIV Golf adds a strategic layer, as individual scores contribute to a collective total, fostering camaraderie and competition among groups of twelve players. Finishing runner‑up was Spain’s David Puig, who posted a 66 to secure second place.
His strong performance earned valuable world‑ranking points and virtually guaranteed his entry into the PGA Championship. Puig remains within striking distance of qualifying for the U.S. Open, and a high finish at the forthcoming Virginia event could solidify his place in that major as well.
Looking ahead, LIV Golf’s calendar continues with the Virginia leg, where the league will again showcase its distinctive tournament format, featuring shotgun starts, team competition, and substantial prize pools. Despite lingering questions about its financial underpinnings, the league’s commitment to returning to Chapultepec and its schedule of upcoming events suggest an intent to maintain momentum. In summary, Jon Rahm’s dominant display in Mexico City not only added a second win to his LIV résumé but also provided a narrative of resilience amid a season marked by uncertainty for the league.
As the sport’s landscape evolves, Rahm’s performance serves as a reminder that elite talent can thrive even in the midst of organizational flux, while the broader LIV Golf story continues to unfold with each new tournament.