LIV Golf’s Joaquin Niemann receives another invite, now in 3 of 4 majors in 2024

Joaquin Niemann, the rising star of LIV Golf, continues to make waves in the golfing world, securing another prestigious invitation to a major championship. Following his recent triumph at the LIV Jeddah tournament, Niemann has now earned spots in three out of the four major championships scheduled for 2024.

This latest invite adds to Niemann’s impressive list of achievements, which includes two LIV Golf victories in the current season. His winning streak commenced with a stellar performance at the inaugural LIV Mayakoba event, followed by a remarkable victory at LIV Jeddah. These triumphs, coupled with his previous successes such as winning the Australian Open last December and securing a notable fourth-place finish at the Dubai Desert Classic in January, solidify Niemann’s status as one of the most formidable players in the golfing world today.

Despite his remarkable performances, Niemann hasn’t shied away from expressing his frustration with the Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR), which notably do not allocate points for LIV Golf events. In light of his recent successes, Niemann reiterated his discontent with the system, emphasizing the challenges it poses in gaining entry to major championships solely based on OWGR standings.

Niemann’s sentiments were echoed following the announcement of his invitation to the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National, a significant milestone in his career. However, Niemann’s journey doesn’t end there, as he revealed his receipt of yet another invite, this time to the PGA Championship in Kentucky, adding another major championship appearance to his schedule.

Furthermore, Niemann’s victory at the Australian Open secured his place in The Open, marking his participation in three out of the four major championships slated for the year. Despite his commendable achievements and multiple major invitations, Niemann remains undeterred in his pursuit of excellence, expressing his intention to also vie for a spot in the U.S. Open through qualification, although a strong finish at Augusta could potentially negate the need for additional qualification efforts.

Currently occupying the 72nd spot in the OWGR alongside Nick Dunlap, Niemann is well aware of the significance of climbing into the top 60 by May 22nd, a feat that would likely guarantee him a coveted invitation to the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2.

In the face of challenges posed by ranking systems and qualification criteria, Joaquin Niemann continues to showcase his talent and determination, solidifying his status as a formidable force in the world of golf.