Defending Masters champion Jon Rahm is confident in the prowess of the 13 LIV Golf stars ahead of the upcoming tournament. Rahm, who secured his first Green Jacket last year by defeating Phil Mickelson, Brooks Koepka, and Patrick Reed, believes that despite the odds, one of the LIV players can emerge victorious this year. Rahm’s optimism stems from the impressive roster of LIV Golf, with 10 out of the 13 players being Major champions, including seven previous Masters winners.
Rahm’s sentiments were echoed by two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson, who acknowledged the high level of competition across various tours but expressed hope for a LIV player to clinch the title. However, amidst the excitement surrounding LIV Golf, concerns have been raised about the division within the sport.
Rory McIlroy emphasized the urgency for a resolution between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and the Saudis, describing the current state of golf as “not sustainable.” Bryson DeChambeau echoed McIlroy’s sentiments, emphasizing the need for a swift resolution for the sake of the fans and the future of the sport.
Phil Mickelson, a three-time Masters champion, acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the future of golf but emphasized the potential for the sport to become more global with increased opportunities.
The fifth LIV event of the season is set to take place on Donald Trump’s Doral course in Miami, with anticipation building for an exciting three-day event starting on Friday. Brooks Koepka highlighted the significance of the Doral course, describing it as the first “big boy golf course” of the year.