Jon Rahm assured of participation in Ryder Cup amid World Tour disagreement.
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Jon Rahm, a two-time major champion, stated on Tuesday that he anticipates participating in the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor, despite his decision not to accept the DP World Tour agreement that would permit him to compete in both LIV Golf events and DP World Tour events without incurring fines.
“We’re going to work it out. It’s going to work out,” Rahm remarked. “Currently, the DP World Tour is fulfilling its obligations and adhering to the necessary procedures, but I am confident this will be resolved.”
To participate in the Ryder Cup, European members must maintain good standing with the DP World Tour. In September 2024, Rahm, Tyrrell Hatton, and Adrian Meronk contested their previous sanctions, which allowed them to continue participating in DP World Tour events and the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage. The trio faced penalties for taking part in LIV Golf events that coincided with tournaments on the European circuit.
On February 21, the DP World Tour issued conditional releases to eight of its members, excluding Rahm, enabling them to compete in LIV Golf League events this season. The tour’s statement indicated that the golfers who received releases had settled their outstanding fines. Previously, Rahm had expressed his intention not to pay fines, which are reportedly as high as $3 million.
Last month, Rahm accused the DP World Tour of attempting to “extort” players and stated he would not commit to participating in six events on the European tour each year. He had earlier indicated a willingness to sign the agreement if he was required to play in only four events.
“They haven’t agreed to that,” Rahm stated at the time. “I simply refuse to play six events. I don’t want to, and that’s not what the rules stipulate.”
On March 10, Golf.com first reported that Rahm had decided to withdraw the appeal he initially filed in 2024, putting his Ryder Cup participation at risk. However, despite retracting his appeal, Rahm mentioned on Tuesday that he and the tour are still in discussions and negotiating. He added that he has communicated with the tour regarding a compromise, made concessions, and “given in quite a bit” on several matters, though he did not disclose further specifics.
“I didn’t believe that pursuing the legal route and going to court was beneficial for anyone,” Rahm remarked. “So I have confidence that we and the DP World Tour will find a satisfactory solution for both parties.”
The Spaniard and 2023 Masters champion, who participated in three DP World Tour events last year, indicated that he does not plan to compete in any events on that tour until September. Rahm expressed optimism about playing in his home country’s open, scheduled for October.
“I do intend to continue supporting the DP World Tour. I have been very grateful to be a member. I have appreciated the opportunity to support the Tour and participate in some remarkable events,” Rahm stated. “The Irish Open has treated me well, and I would love to return. Wentworth has been fantastic every year, the Spanish Open, and perhaps even the Dunhill … those are events I would cherish the opportunity to play.”
