The global golf scene is bustling this week with significant events taking place. LIV Golf is set to host its fourth tournament of the season in Singapore, while the PGA Tour highlights its premier event, The Players Championship, at TPC Sawgrass in Florida.
Following a commanding victory at the Hong Kong tournament, Jon Rahm moves to Sentosa Golf Club for the LIV Golf event. His performance earned him 23 Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points, showcasing his skills in the sport.
Despite Rahm’s success, the disparity in ranking opportunities between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour is striking. To illustrate, winners on the PGA Tour earn more than 69 OWGR points compared to LIV Golf, which makes it challenging for players on the latter circuit to ascend in world rankings.
For Rahm to regain his standing, he may need to focus on several strategic elements. Achieving multiple wins in LIV Golf, delivering strong performances in Major Championships, and possibly awaiting enhancements to the LIV Golf ranking system are key factors for progress.
Currently, Rahm ranks 54th in the OWGR after finishing in 84th place the previous season. The absence of fundamental changes to the ranking framework could hinder his journey back to the top, posing significant challenges for him and his fellow competitors.
In the LIV Golf team standings, Ripper GC leads with 65.75 points, followed by 4Aces GC with 48 points and Legion XIII in third with 30.75 points.
Attention turns to Florida for one of the most respected tournaments in professional golf – The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass. Viewed as the unofficial “fifth Major,” this competition attracts a high-profile lineup vying for a substantial purse of $25 million. The tournament has embraced its prestigious status, with a marketing campaign proclaiming that “March is going to be a Major.”
Some argue that the golf season remains unbalanced, with all four Majors scheduled between The Masters in April and The Open in July. In non-Ryder Cup years, the writer notes a sense that the season feels brief, but the discussion of this sentiment varies among golf enthusiasts.
Other tours are also progressing in their seasons. The DP World Tour and Asian Tour are on a short mid-season break but will return in a couple of weeks. The Ladies European Tour is currently in Australia, featuring the Women’s Australian Open, which is the third event of four before the tour transitions to the United States in early April for the $4 million Aramco Championship in Las Vegas.
LIV Golf Details
- Dates: March 12th – 15th, 2026
- Location: Sentosa Golf Club, Singapore
- Prize Fund: $30 million
PGA Tour Highlights
- Dates: March 12th – 15th, 2026
- Event: The Players Championship
- Course: TPC Sawgrass – The Players Stadium Course
- Prize Fund: $25 million
Ladies European Tour Information
- Dates: March 12th – 15th, 2026
- Event: Women’s Australian Open
- Venue: Kooyonga Golf Club
- Prize Fund: AUS$1.7 million