Professional golfer
Jon Rahm
Jon Rahm is one of Spain’s greatest golfers: a two-time major champion, former world No. 1, Ryder Cup standout and one of the game’s most powerful competitors. He won the 2021 U.S. Open and 2023 Masters, then became a central figure in professional golf’s modern divide after joining LIV Golf in late
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AT A GLANCE
Quick facts
- Born
- November 10, 1994Barrika, Spain
- Turned pro
- 2016
- Majors
- 22021 U.S. Open; 2023 Masters
- World No. 1
- FormerReached the top of the Official World Golf Ranking
- Team
- Legion XIIILIV Golf captain
- College
- Arizona State UniversityOne of college golf’s leading players
THE STORY
What to know
At a glance
A complete modern superstar
Rahm combines elite driving distance, outstanding iron play and an unusually forceful competitive personality. He is especially dangerous when conditions reward creativity and aggressive shot-making.
Major record
Two major championships
His breakthrough came at the 2021 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines. He added the 2023 Masters at Augusta National, becoming only the fourth Spanish player to win a major.
- 2021 U.S. Open — Torrey Pines
- 2023 Masters — Augusta National
Playing style
Power with touch and imagination
Rahm is a high-launching, aggressive driver who can overpower courses, but his short-game creativity is just as important. His compact backswing and strong impact position help produce exceptional control under pressure.
- Elite tee-to-green power
- Strong long-iron and approach play
- Creative recovery shots
- Confident putting in big moments
Ryder Cup
A natural team competitor
Rahm has been one of Europe’s most influential Ryder Cup players, contributing heavily in victories and becoming known for emotional, high-energy performances.
- 2018 — Europe won at Le Golf National
- 2021 — five points at Whistling Straits
- 2023 — Europe won at Marco Simone
- 2025 — selected for his fourth appearance
Career path
From Arizona State to the world No. 1 ranking
Rahm dominated amateur golf, turned professional in 2016 and quickly became one of the strongest players on both sides of the Atlantic. He reached world No. 1 before winning his first major.
LIV Golf era
A major shift in his career
Rahm joined LIV Golf in December 2023 and captained Legion XIII. His move reshaped his schedule and placed him at the center of debates about rankings, majors, team golf and the future structure of professional golf.
- Legion XIII captain
- 2024 LIV Golf Individual Champion
- 2025 LIV Golf Individual Champion
- 2026 LIV standings leader in the latest available listing
Away from golf
A proud Basque and Spanish identity
Rahm grew up in the Basque Country and attended Arizona State University, where he became one of college golf’s defining players. He is married to Kelley Cahill and has children.
CAREER & GOLF JOURNEY
Notable moments
Top amateur in the world
Won the Mark H. McCormack Medal as the leading male amateur.
Turns professional
Begins his professional career after starring at Arizona State.
First PGA Tour win
Wins the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines.
Ryder Cup debut
Makes his first European Ryder Cup team in France.
Reaches world No. 1
Establishes himself as one of the leading players in global golf.
Wins first major
Claims the U.S. Open at Torrey Pines.
Wins the Masters
Captures his second major at Augusta National.
Joins LIV Golf
Becomes captain of Legion XIII.
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Why this profile is worth exploring
If you want to understand Rahm, watch his major wins: he plays with power, emotion and a willingness to take on shots that many elite players would avoid.