“I’m Thinking More About Myself,” Jon Rahm Deflects LIV Golf Questions, Focuses on Own Game Before PGA Final Round

May 17, 2026, 2:30 AM CUT

May 16, 2026; Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, USA; Jon Rahm reacts after putting on the 18th green during the third round of the PGA Championship golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

After a dominant Saturday at Aronimink, Jon Rahm finds himself within striking distance of the Wanamaker Trophy. However, his focus remains entirely on the course rather than the golf market.

His performance after the third round, a 3-under 67, immediately drew media attention to his league affiliation. Reporters quickly pressed him on whether securing the Wanamaker Trophy would be a massive boost for LIV Golf in the marketplace.

"Honestly, in a week like this, one, I'm thinking more about myself," Rahm deflected. "I'm not going to take on anything outside what I can control when it comes to competing tomorrow."

The captain of Legion XIII chose to block out the noise completely. He refused to let speculative league narratives dictate his internal mindset right before the high-stakes final round.

However, he argued that any implications of his possible victory would be discussed only after he accomplishes that goal by mastering and winning the tough course at Newtown Square.

"If I do get it done and I sit here again tomorrow, then you can ask me the same question, and I'll give you an answer," Rahm firmly asserted.

By concentrating solely on his personal gameplay and ignoring all other factors, Rahm is letting his performance do the talking.

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Rahm is currently tied for second place, with a score of 4-under par as he starts his Sunday round, with a two-shot deficit from the lead and firmly planted in the race for the championship.

Nonetheless, Rahm had earlier failed to capitalize on that positive momentum, resulting in underperformance during the 2026 Masters. He endured a tough week at Augusta National, ultimately finishing tied for 38th place.

His stellar play this week at the PGA Championship resembles his consistent supremacy in the LIV Golf. The Spaniard has had an excellent season thus far, with five finishes in the top 2 among the seven tournaments played, highlighted by wins in LIV Hong Kong and LIV Mexico City.

Rahm reflected positively on his surging turnaround.

"I would say so far this week it's felt really, really good, and so far this year, I would say at times perhaps better than in '23."

As Rahm goes into Sunday for the final round, fans will hope he continues his momentum against the current leader, Alex Smalley.

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