Renowned golfing professional, Jon Rahm, has recently announced his decision to temporarily withdraw from public engagements until February, following his transition from the PGA Tour to the LIV Golf in a lucrative deal financed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
During a recent appearance at an event in Bilbao, Spain, Rahm conveyed his surprise at the presence of television cameras, expressing his anticipation of a more intimate setting. He further disclosed his intent to abstain from public events until February, emphasizing the importance of privacy and clarifying that he has been instructed not to participate in any interviews.
Rahm, a prominent and dynamic figure in the golfing world, has emerged as one of the leading personalities to join LIV Golf. Sources have indicated that his multi-year contract is valued at over $300 million, inclusive of partial ownership of his new LIV Golf team. Greg Norman, the CEO and commissioner of LIV Golf League, also revealed that Rahm will serve as a team captain, with numerous players expressing their interest in securing remaining spots on his team.
The transition is considered a significant setback for the PGA Tour, which has encountered obstacles as a number of its top players have been drawn to the breakaway league. Rahm, however, affirmed that despite his high profile, he perceives himself as a “normal person” and does not regard himself as more important than others.
The upcoming season of LIV Golf is scheduled to commence at Mayakoba in Mexico in early February. Rahm’s decision to abstain from public appearances until then underscores his dedication to directing his attention towards his new venture with LIV Golf.
The information utilized in this report was sourced from ESPN’s Mark Schlabach and Reuters.