Source: BroBible
Summary
Jon Rahm has reached an agreement with the DP World Tour, resolving a standoff that had made him ineligible for certain tournaments. The agreement requires Rahm to pay outstanding fines and participate in DP World Tour events outside of majors. Rahm is still bound to his LIV Golf contract, but the DP World Tour agreement improves his Ryder Cup outlook. LIV Golf’s future is uncertain due to funding issues, and Rahm may need to honor his contract unless a buyout is offered.
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The habit gets a new name.
Professional golfers jumping between leagues, paying fines, and navigating contracts. Jon Rahm’s agreement with the DP World Tour is a win-win, but at what cost? He’ll pay less than $3 million in fines and participate in more tournaments. LIV Golf’s uncertain future means Rahm might be stuck with his contract. Or maybe he’ll just buy his way out.
Only in professional golf can you earn almost $90 million and still have to worry about contract disputes.
Author: Evan Null
