Jon Rahm has refused to rule out investing his own money into LIV Golf as the breakaway circuit faces financial uncertainty. The Spanish superstar, speaking ahead of the Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club, acknowledged that LIV Golf's chief executive Scott O'Neil is actively seeking new investors after Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) reportedly withdrew its financial backing.
When asked if he would consider putting his own cash into the series, Rahm said: "Something I've learned in life, never say never. I'm not going to say absolutely no to anything that can happen in the future." He added that LIV Golf officials have not yet asked him for a personal contribution, but he remains open to the possibility.
Rahm Returns to Scottish Open After Four-Year Absence
Rahm is competing in the co-sanctioned Scottish Open for the first time since 2022, having recently reached an agreement with the DP World Tour to settle outstanding fines and fulfill membership criteria. The event marks his first individual competition against top players like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy outside of majors since joining LIV Golf.
Six other LIV Golf players are also in the field: Tyrrell Hatton, David Puig, Laurie Canter, Tom McKibbin, Adrian Meronk, and Victor Perez. Rahm described the tournament as "part one of a Major double," noting that links golf at The Renaissance Club provides ideal preparation for next week's Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
Financial Challenges Facing LIV Golf
Reports indicate that the PIF has withdrawn its funding for LIV Golf, prompting CEO Scott O'Neil to hunt for fresh backers. Some players may be willing to inject capital to keep the circuit afloat. Rahm confirmed: "I know Scott is doing a lot of work trying to find developers and there's many ways around that."
When pressed on whether he would oppose a hypothetical request to invest, Rahm replied: "It's not something that they have asked me, but there has been many different avenues to try to make it different." He emphasized his pragmatic approach: "Something I've learned in life, never say never."
Rahm's Schedule and Family Considerations
Rahm is mapping out the remainder of his season, which includes five mandatory DP World Tour events. He plans to play in Ireland, Wentworth, and likely Abu Dhabi and Dubai. However, he may miss the Dunhill Links and Spanish Open due to his wife Kelley's expected due date for their fourth child in October.
"Being our fourth, I don't think I would have time to fly back and be on time," Rahm explained. He has asked Spanish Open organizers about a potential Thursday morning arrival for an afternoon tee time, but acknowledged it may not be possible. "If for whatever reason there's a change in the due date and I can play the other events, I will, but those are the five events I would like to play, including this one."
A victory on Scottish soil would be special for the European star. "As a European, understanding where it came from and links golf, a list of great champions in The Scottish Open would be something that would be really, really exciting," Rahm said. He praised the tournament's strength of field, calling it "two majors in a row without being a major."
