Jon Rahm

Jon Rahm is a Spanish two-time major champion from Barrika, Spain, ranked approximately world number 6, with victories at the U.S. Open (2021) and the Masters (2023). A former world number 1 who left the PGA Tour for LIV Golf in late 2023, Rahm is one of the most fiercely competitive players in professional golf and one of the most polarizing figures in the modern game.

The question hanging over Rahm in 2026 is simple: can a LIV Golf player still win majors? The move to the Saudi-backed league was seismic, coming just months after his 2023 Masters victory at Augusta National, where he finished at 12 under par with a four-shot margin following a final-round charge from two behind the leaders and made the green jacket ceremony feel like a coronation. His 2021 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines was pure drama: he birdied the final two holes, the 17th and 18th, to win his first major, with a fist pump on the 72nd green that captured every ounce of his competitive fire.

Rahm's game is built on raw power, a controlled draw off the tee, and an intensity that borders on combustion. He generates enormous distance despite a compact frame, and his short game, particularly his touch around the greens, adds a finesse layer that makes him dangerous on any setup. His fist pumps and emotional celebrations have become iconic. When Rahm is in contention, the broadcast gains an energy that other players simply do not generate. He plays with fury, and the fury translates into results.

The LIV transition raises legitimate questions about competitive sharpness. Without regular PGA Tour events, Rahm's preparation for the majors relies on a different competitive rhythm. But his talent is undeniable, and Augusta proved in 2023 that he can dominate the best field in golf. In 2026, The Masters remains his strongest venue, with Augusta National's par 5s perfectly suited to his power game. Shinnecock Hills will test his discipline, while Royal Birkdale offers the kind of links challenge where his ball-shaping ability could thrive. He is eligible for all four: The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open Championship. Spanish fans can check tee times in Spain time.