Was Rahm tricked by golf bosses? A tour colleague weighs in.
Eddie Pepperell shocks the golf scene with a sensational theory: Was Jon Rahm perhaps the victim of a clever move by tour bosses during his multi-million dollar move to LIV Golf? For the Englishman, it's clear: Rahm could have acted in good faith at the time, believing the "Framework Agreement" was a sure thing.
According to Pepperell, the "foolish language" surrounding the proposed alliance between the PGA Tour and PIF in 2023 was the root of the problem. Rahm, who joined LIV in December 2023 for an incredible $350 million – the biggest deal ever – likely believed he was ahead of developments. In hindsight, a sporting misstep, says Pepperell.
“I think it was a mistake, an absolute career mistake… maybe not a bank account mistake.” @BrendanPorath of @fried_egg_golf doesn’t hold back on @JonRahmOfficial’s @LIVgolf_league move, but says the win in Abu Dhabi through Rory and Hatton is a sign Rahm’s headed back to
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Rahm's timing, unfortunately, was terrible. Only recently, in November 2026, LIV Golf completely fell apart. The planned "2.0" version of the league? A no-show. A major investor pulled out, and the once glittering project is slowly winding down. Rahm had seen the writing on the wall and pulled the plug.
Comeback on the Green
But the Spaniard is a fighter. Recently, he claimed victory at the Abu Dhabi Championship on the DP World Tour – his first triumph outside of LIV since the legendary 2023 Masters. A stunning performance that catapulted him directly back into the Top 10. His return to the PGA Tour remains a gamble for now; a one-year suspension after his last LIV appearance could affect his 2027 season. But one thing is clear: Rahm is back in action and will rock the DP World Tour.
