Jon Rahm to quit LIV Golf tour over ‘unacceptable’ terms | Golf
Rahm Withdraws from LIV Golf Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings
Published: Oct. 8, 2026
Former world number one Jon Rahm has announced his decision to withdraw from LIV Golf, a move that removes one of the league’s most prominent figures as it seeks to navigate bankruptcy challenges.
Rahm’s attorney, John Beck, informed a bankruptcy court on Wednesday that the two-time major champion made this decision following a review of the proposed changes for LIV’s upcoming phase, often referred to as LIV 2.0. Beck stated, “Mr. Rahm has independently reviewed the proposed terms of LIV 2.0 and has determined that those terms are unacceptable. He will not be participating going forward.”
The announcement comes as the league faces financial difficulties and several players have approached a U.S. bankruptcy judge to terminate their contracts. They seek clarity on their ability to negotiate with other tournament organizers and sponsors while their LIV contracts remain unpaid.
In a related development, LIV Golf disclosed that it has agreed to terminate Sergio Garcia’s contract after determining the league would not honor its terms. Additionally, lawyers representing Bryson DeChambeau, Cameron Smith, An Byeong-hun, Marc Leishman, Cameron Tringale, and Matthew Wolff requested similar contract releases from the court. Despite these terminations, lawyers noted that players could still consider participation in LIV 2.0 if offered.
Rahm, a key recruit for LIV Golf, achieved three consecutive season-long individual titles after joining the league in late 2023, shortly after his Masters victory in April of that year.
LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 protection in New Jersey last month, listing several high-profile golfers as creditors owed millions in unsecured claims. Rahm holds the largest claim at $7.5 million.
This week, LIV announced it had secured up to $300 million in financing from BC Partners to aid in restructuring efforts and to bolster its financial status ahead of the 2027 season. This funding is contingent upon bankruptcy court approval and other customary conditions. BC Partners has indicated that the financing will support the next phase of LIV Golf, which includes plans for players to become equity owners of the league and its teams.
