Jon Rahm Wins LIV Golf Hong Kong Title

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2026-Jon Rahm Wins LIV Golf Hong Kong Trophy
Jon Rahm of Legion XIII poses with his caddie and the trophy after winning the LIV Golf Hong Kong at Hong Kong Golf Club on March 08, 2026 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by Kate McShane via Getty Images)

Jon Rahm finally returned to the winner’s circle in commanding fashion at the HSBC LIV Golf Hong Kong, claiming his third individual LIV Golf title and ending a personal drought of 539 days without a victory.

The event at the historic Hong Kong Golf Club in Fanling, marked a breakthrough for the Spanish star after a string of near-misses, including back-to-back runner-up finishes in the season’s first two events.

Rahm opened strongly with rounds of 66 (-4), followed by a blistering 62 (-8) in the second round that showcased his precision and putting prowess. He kept the momentum going with a solid 65 (-5) on Saturday, tying for the lead at 17 under alongside Thomas Detry of 4Aces GC and Harold Varner III of Smash GC entering the final round.

On Sunday, Rahm delivered an epic final-round 64 (-6), carding eight birdies and just two bogeys across the par-70 layout. His steady play, including four birdies on both nines and a pivotal one at the 14th that helped create separation, saw him finish at 23-under par — three strokes clear of runner-up Detry (-20) and four ahead of third-place Thomas Pieters (-19). Varner III finished at -18, and Matt Wolff rounded out the top five at -17.

Jon Rahm of Legion XIII selects a club ahead of his third shot on the 18th hole during day four of LIV Golf Hong Kong at Hong Kong Golf Club on March 08, 2026 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by Kate McShane via Getty Images)

The win was especially meaningful for Rahm, who described it as “a big weight off my shoulders” and “very relieving” in post-round comments. After consistent excellence but no trophies since LIV Golf Chicago in late 2024, the victory provided a sense of release and reaffirmed his status as one of LIV Golf’s top talents heading into the Masters.

Rahm’s performance highlighted his all-around game: aggressive yet controlled, with exceptional ball-striking and clutch putting on a challenging course. This triumph not only boosts his confidence but positions him strongly as a contender in the majors ahead.

Adding to the day’s drama, 4Aces GC, featuring Detry, Pieters, Dustin Johnson, and Anthony Kim, ended their own lengthy team drought (974 days) by surging to the team title, finishing ahead of others like Legion XIII (Rahm’s squad).

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