'Doesn't seem fair' - Rahm criticises LIV rankings call
Summary
Jon Rahm, a professional golfer, has spoken out about new rules for awarding world ranking points in LIV Golf events. The rules only allow the top 10 finishers to earn points, which Rahm thinks is unfair compared to other golf tours where more players earn points. The decision was made because LIV Golf does not meet certain eligibility standards set by golf's official ranking board.Key Facts
- LIV Golf events will now award world ranking points, but only to the top 10 finishers.
- Jon Rahm, a two-time major winner, believes this rule is unfair.
- The Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR) made this decision due to LIV Golf not meeting some of their standards.
- One issue noted is LIV Golf's smaller average field size compared to the required minimum.
- LIV Golf events are funded by Saudi Arabia.
- The OWGR wants players to earn their place on tours rather than being invited or recruited.
- LIV argues that other small-field events still earn points for all players, unlike their events.
- The new rules could lead to some players losing ranking points if they finish just outside the top 10.
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