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World No. 3 golfer Jon Rahm has officially left the PGA Tour after signing a deal with LIV Golf. Although the full details of the deal have not been released, the deal is estimated to be worth up to 500 million dollars.

The controversial announcement marks a significant move for Rahm, who has secured 11 PGA Tour victories in his career, including two majors. The decision comes amidst ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, aiming to finalize a framework agreement by the December 31 deadline.

His move certainly adds strength to LIV Golf, securing defending champions for the 2024 Masters and PGA Championship in Rahm and Brooks Koepka, respectively. The move by Rahm has also spurred rumors of other PGA Tour pros to follow suit — and while the future landscape of professional golf remains uncertain, LIV Golf has undeniably taken a substantial leap forward with this pivotal move.

KO SAVES THE DAY, COMES UP CLUTCH FOR DUO

The Grant Thornton Invitational marked the first collaboration between the PGA TOUR and LPGA Tour since 1999, featuring mixed teams with players meeting for the first time.

Lydia Ko and Jason Day won the unofficial event by 1 stroke, with a $500,000 prize each, showcasing their skills, camaraderie, and love of the game. The mixed format, combining men and women players, provided entertaining moments and a unique experience. Despite its unofficial status, the tournament offered one of the LPGA Tour's largest purses outside of majors.

LINKS REWIND: GOLF BALL ROLL BACK NOW OFFICIAL

Golf's governing bodies, the USGA and R&A, have announced a plan for a golf ball rollback to address increased hitting distances in the sport. The proposal includes revised ball testing conditions to curb distance, especially at the professional level, with changes set to take effect in January 2028 for professionals and January 2030 for recreational golfers.

The adjustments aim to minimize the impact on recreational players, with estimates suggesting varying degrees of distance loss, particularly with the driver, but the governing bodies emphasize the need for a compromise to ensure the long-term stability of the sport. The PGA Tour has expressed concerns about the proposed changes, indicating ongoing discussions between the governing bodies and professional tours.

DENTAL DIVOT CREATES HOLE IN ONE SMILE 🦷

This daring dad took a swing at tooth extraction, providing his son with a “hole-in-one” moment he’ll surely never forget. Suddenly, any other traditional knock-out method seems subpar.

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