LIV Golf Hong Kong: Jon Rahm Claims Victory
In a thrilling conclusion to the LIV Golf Hong Kong tournament held on March 8, 2026, Jon Rahm emerged victorious, finishing with an impressive score of 23-under-par. This win marks Rahm’s first individual title since September 2024, ending a streak of 26 events without a win.
Rahm’s performance was highlighted by a strong final round, which secured his place at the top of the leaderboard. Thomas Detry followed closely, finishing second at 20-under-par, while Thomas Pieters took third place with a score of 19-under-par.
The tournament also saw the Southern Guards team, led by Louis Oosthuizen, finish in fourth place. Oosthuizen himself had a challenging start, scoring 1-over on the first day, but rallied to finish with a combined score of -15 over the final three days. Dean Burmester was the top individual for the Southern Guards, claiming seventh place at 15-under-par.
Rahm’s victory was not just a personal triumph; it also marked a significant moment for the 4Aces team, who secured their first team title in 974 days. Team captain Dustin Johnson expressed relief at the win, stating, “It’s been a while since we’ve won, especially with the way we started, dominating, pretty much winning every single event.”
Reflecting on his individual achievement, Rahm described the win as “very relieving” and noted the sense of pride that comes with accomplishing it on his own. He added, “It feels different. I think I would be way more ecstatic if I was celebrating with my teammates for the win, like the Aces did today, but there’s a sense of self-accomplishment and pride that goes with doing it myself.”
The Southern Guards are now preparing for the upcoming LIV Golf South Africa’s debut in two weeks, looking to build on their performance in Hong Kong.
Overall, the LIV Golf Hong Kong tournament showcased remarkable talent and competitive spirit, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead in the LIV Golf series.
