LIV Golf’s Jon Rahm Faces Questions After Masters Performance

Jon Rahm entered the week at Augusta National as a strong contender, but left with more questions than answers. The two-time major champion experienced a turbulent Masters, marked by inconsistencies and a visible display of frustration. This performance has sparked renewed discussion about his form since joining LIV Golf.

A Rollercoaster Round at Augusta

On Sunday, standing on the 17th fairway, Rahm sent his approach shot towards the pin, hoping for a strong finish. However, the ball landed on the green and immediately rolled off, landing back in the fairway. A frustrated Rahm exclaimed, “What the hell?” This moment encapsulated his entire Masters experience.

LIV Golf and Major Championship Performance

Rahm’s transition to LIV Golf has been met with a confounding record in major championships. While he has three top-10 finishes in seven starts, only the 2025 PGA Championship saw him truly contend on the back nine on Sunday. His results on LIV Golf this year have been solid – 2-2-1-5-2 in his five starts – and metrics initially suggested his game was in top shape. However, the Masters revealed a different story.

A Swing Anomaly and Frustration

Rahm admitted to a problem in his takeaway that he addressed during a three-month break at the end of 2025, believing he had regained his form. However, Thursday’s first round at the Masters – a six-over 78 with zero birdies – quickly dispelled that notion. He described it as a round where his swing completely abandoned him.

Despite a second-round rebound of two-under 70, Rahm entered the weekend 16 shots behind the leader, Rory McIlroy. He downplayed inquiries about his struggles, attributing them to an “anomaly” with his swing. “I came in with the same expectations I come into any other major,” Rahm stated, “Not any higher or lower.”

Sunday’s Mixed Bag and Future Adjustments

Rahm’s final round on Sunday was a mixed bag, with a 32 on the front nine and a level-par finish. While he rectified some mistakes, he acknowledged the need for adjustments as he prepares for the PGA Championship. “Definitely some things I’m going change going forward. Preparation-wise and what to do.”

Ultimately, Rahm finished with a bogey on the 18th, leaving him to reflect on another missed opportunity. Major weeks are particularly weighty for players with legacies on the line, and this week was supposed to be a defining one for Rahm. Instead, it ended in disappointment.

Looking Ahead

Rahm’s performance raises questions about his ability to consistently contend at majors since joining LIV Golf. The upcoming PGA Championship will be a crucial test as he seeks to rediscover the form that led him to victory at Augusta in 2023.

Source: Golf.com