Jon Rahm’s LIV exit a reminder that greed is, in fact, not good

In an opinion piece for Golf, writer Michael Bamberger addresses Jon Rahm's departure from LIV Golf, using the move to reflect on greed within professional golf. The article discusses Rahm's shift from pledging loyalty to the PGA Tour to accepting a massive deal from the Saudi-backed league, which created widespread confusion about the Spanish golfer's long-term professional future.

Bamberger argues that LIV Golf ultimately failed to enhance tournament golf, noting issues with format, ecosystem integration, and player selection. He contrasts the chase for massive contracts with golf's traditional roots in meritocracy and modesty, highlighting how figures like Scottie Scheffler stayed and referencing Jack Grout's humble philosophy regarding the game.