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Former world No. 1 golfer Rahm reaches separation agreement with LIV Golf

Jon Rahm and LIV Golf reached a separation agreement in which Rahm agreed to release all of his monetary and economic claims in exchange for the return of his exclusive name, image and likeness rights and other related marks.

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 1:43 PM
Former world No. 1 golfer Rahm reaches separation agreement with LIV Golf
Key Things to Know
  • Jon Rahm reached a separation deal with LIV Golf, giving up all economic claims and remaining contract earnings.
  • The agreement returns Rahm's exclusive name, image, and likeness rights, subject to bankruptcy court approval on Nov. 5.
  • Rahm forfeited his equity in Legion XIII and an estimated nine-figure balance remaining on his original LIV contract.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former world No. 1 golfer Jon Rahm and LIV Golf have reached a separation agreement, releasing his monetary and economic claims against the circuit. In exchange, Rahm will regain his exclusive name, image, and likeness rights alongside related marks such as "Rahmbo" and "Legion XIII." The deal is subject to approval by U.S. Bankruptcy Court Judge Michael B. Kaplan on November 5.

Rahm leaves behind an estimated nine-figure sum remaining on his contract after declining to join LIV 2.0. As LIV Golf navigates Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Rahm is scheduled to return to competition at the DP World Tour's Abu Dhabi Championship in November.

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