Jon Rahm shows hesitance on investing in LIV Golf's future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Jon Rahm was asked if he would invest in LIV Golf amid its search for fresh funding. His non-committal response before the Scottish Open indicated a lack of enthusiasm as LIV faces financial uncertainty with the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia set to withdraw support. Rahm, who earned nearly $97 million in prize money from LIV events and reportedly received $300 million for joining, offered a measured reply, suggesting he wouldn’t rule out future investment but showed little urgency about LIV's potential. With LIV struggling to secure additional investments, Rahm's stance highlights the challenges the league faces moving forward.
- •Rahm was asked about investing in LIV Golf before the Scottish Open.
- •Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia plans to exit its role at season's end.
- •LIV Golf needs $350 million to address funding challenges.
- •Rahm has earned substantial prize money from LIV but remains ambivalent.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Jon Rahm’s response to being asked about investing in LIV Golf himself told its own story
"Jon Rahm did LIV Golf few favours with his response to being asked whether he would be prepared to put his own money into the league as they seek fresh investment. The golfing world seems to be no closer to learning what the future holds for LIV, with the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia set to walk away at the end of the season.
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