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Jon Rahm Ends DP World Tour Standoff, Restores European Membership

The agreement clears his route to Ryder Cup selection for Europe.

Overview

  • Rahm confirmed this week that he paid outstanding fines and will meet event requirements after the DP World Tour announced a deal to keep his membership intact.
  • The DP World Tour governs eligibility for Team Europe, so the resolution preserves Rahm’s ability to be picked by captain Luke Donald for Adare Manor.
  • Rory McIlroy welcomed the outcome, saying Europe is better with Rahm on the team and calling it good to have the dispute behind them.
  • Mirror Sports U.S. reports Rahm agreed to play five DP World Tour events this season, a shift from earlier talks that centered on six, with his fines cleared.
  • Some outlets now report uncertainty about future funding for LIV Golf by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, a backdrop that could make Rahm’s European status more important.