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Jon Rahm Ends 18-Month Winless Drought at LIV Hong Kong

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Jon Rahm ended an 18-month winless drought with a dominant three-shot victory at the LIV Golf League event in Hong Kong. The two-time major champion shot a final-round 64 to finish at 23 under, mixing eight birdies with two bogeys on the final day. This marks Rahm's first win since the LIV Golf Chicago event in September 2024 and his third individual title on LIV Golf.

Rahm's victory came after opening his LIV season with consecutive runner-up finishes. His final-round charge included four birdies in his first eight holes and a crucial four-birdie burst from the 13th that gave him a five-shot lead. Thomas Detry claimed second place with a 67, while fellow Belgian Thomas Pieters finished third, four strokes back.

Beyond the win, Rahm made headlines for helping fellow players navigate travel disruptions caused by Middle East conflict. His team arranged transportation from Oman to Hong Kong for eight players stranded in the UAE, demonstrating leadership during a challenging week for the tour.