Jon Rahm Returns to Scottish Open Amid LIV Golf Uncertainty

Two-time major champion Jon Rahm is back at the Genesis Scottish Open, his first non‑major PGA Tour‑sanctioned start since joining Saudi‑backed LIV Golf. Playing at the Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland, Rahm said he has not been asked to invest in LIV’s search for new funding – “They haven’t asked me to put my money in yet,” he told reporters – but left the door open, adding “never say never”. His return highlights the tournament’s growing significance as a pre‑Open event, with a field that includes world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Matt Fitzpatrick, and defending champion Chris Gotterup.

The Renaissance Club has been re‑routed for 2026, swapping several holes and creating a new closing stretch that organisers hope will add excitement to the finish. Rahm praised the changes, noting they could “add a little bit of excitement” for the decisive weekend rounds. The event also marks a pivotal moment for LIV Golf, whose Saudi funding is set to end after the season, prompting players like Rahm to consider their future involvement.

The 156‑player field, co‑sanctioned by the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, offers a $9 million purse and serves as a final preparation for The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. With a strong lineup and course adjustments, the Scottish Open remains a key showcase for the world’s top golfers ahead of the season’s last major.