Tony Finau and Tyrell Hatton Rumored to Join Jon Rahm's LIV Golf Team
There are rumors circulating that Tony Finau and Tyrell Hatton may be the next PGA Tour stars to defect to the rival LIV Golf circuit.
Speculation and Rumors Surrounding Jon Rahm's Signing with LIV Golf
The golf world was recently shocked by the news that Jon Rahm had signed with LIV Golf. This announcement came after a great deal of speculation and rumors.
While rumors are often unreliable, in this instance, they turned out to be true. There were also rumors that Rahm would have his own team upon joining the Saudi-backed circuit.
Now, new rumors are emerging that suggest two potential PGA Tour players are considering joining Rahm at LIV Golf.
Tony Finau and Tyrell Hatton Linked to LIV Golf
Tony Finau, currently ranked 21st in the world, and Tyrell Hatton have been mentioned as potential defectors to LIV Golf. According to The Telegraph, Finau is in talks with LIV about switching tours and joining Rahm.
When asked about the rumors, Finau stated that he hadn't yet considered making the move but was happy for Rahm. Hatton, on the other hand, is reported to be in discussions with LIV, as stated by GolfWRX writer Matt Vincenzi.
It should be noted that neither The Telegraph nor Vincenzi cite any specific sources, so these rumors should be taken with a grain of salt. However, there are some factors that make these potential moves plausible.
Possible Reasons for Finau and Hatton to Join Rahm at LIV Golf
There are a few reasons why it's possible for Finau and Hatton to consider joining Rahm at LIV Golf. Firstly, Rahm has personal relationships with both players. For instance, Rahm and Hatton teamed up at the 2023 Ryder Cup and had great success.
Additionally, Finau and Rahm are not only practice partners but also friends residing in the same area. Moreover, Finau is currently facing two major lawsuits that could result in significant financial losses. Given the deep pockets of the Saudi Public Investment Fund, which backs LIV Golf, Finau could stand to make a substantial amount of money by switching tours.
While nothing has been confirmed, it seems likely that more PGA Tour players may defect to LIV Golf in the future. The golf world will have to wait and see who will make the move and at what cost.
