Jon Rahm’s significant move from the PGA Tour to LIV Golf, where he will captain Legion XIII, has caused quite a stir in the professional golf world. Sergio Garcia, who leads Fireballs GC, is thrilled to welcome another Spanish player to his team. Rahm’s debut with Legion XIII is highly anticipated and will take place at the season opener in Mayakoba, Mexico.
Rahm’s decision to switch teams from the PGA Tour to LIV Golf in December, with a deal rumored to be worth over $300 million, made headlines. His public support for Garcia highlights the strong camaraderie among players, especially considering Garcia’s absence from the 2023 Ryder Cup due to his move to LIV Golf.
With Rahm joining the team, currently ranked third in the world and fresh off a Masters victory, excitement is building within LIV Golf, which now consists of 13 teams. This expansion necessitates some changes in the way the game is played and scored.
The scoring rules are also undergoing a transformation. In the first two seasons of LIV Golf, only three out of four scores per team were counted in each round. However, starting in 2024, all team members’ scores will contribute to the final day’s total. “Our aim is to grow the game, and that’s exactly what we’re doing here,” expressed Carlos Ortiz of Mexico, emphasizing the league’s broader mission.
LIV Golf has recently expanded to include 13 teams, prompting adjustments to the game format. Now, during the final round, the scores of all four team members will be taken into account. This adds an exciting twist to the competition!
The league aims to evolve with the changing times while preserving the thrilling aspects of golf. Newcomers Hud Swafford and Laurie Canter have joined the Mayakoba event and are sure to bring excitement to the competition. With more players in the mix, the league has made adjustments to their ranking system.
Hud Swafford and Laurie Canter have been selected as the wild card players for the LIV Golf Mayakoba event. This week, they will enter the field, adding to the excitement.
The top 24 players now have a secure spot, referred to as the “lock zone.” Players ranked 25th to 48th are in the “open zone,” while those ranked 49th or below are at risk of being eliminated, known as the “drop zone.” At the end of the season, a championship will be held for the top 12 teams, leaving one team sitting out – the team at the bottom of the leaderboard.