Jon Rahm not among LIV Golf players granted conditional releases by DP World Tour amid refusal to pay fines
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Robby Kalland
February 21, 2026
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Jon Rahm’s decision not to join eight other LIV Golf players in accepting a conditional release from the DP World Tour has left his future with the tour—and his eligibility for the 2027 Ryder Cup—in limbo. While players like Tyrrell Hatton, Laurie Canter, and Thomas Detry agreed to pay fines, withdraw appeals, and participate in DP World Tour events and promotions, Rahm refused to do so, citing reportedly millions of dollars in fines for playing in LIV Golf events that conflict with the tour’s schedule.
The conditional release agreement allows these eight players to compete in both LIV Golf and DP World Tour events during the 2026 season, which is not a Ryder Cup year. However, Rahm’s refusal means he remains on hold regarding his eligibility for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Ireland. His appeal against sanctions imposed by the DP World Tour, alongside players like Adrian Meronk, has yet to be resolved, with no timeline established for a third-party arbiter to hear the case.
Rahm’s stance highlights the ongoing tension between LIV Golf and traditional tours like the DP World Tour. By refusing to pay fines or participate in tour events, Rahm appears to have prioritized his legal battle over immediate opportunities to regain eligibility. His strategy may hinge on the possibility of successfully appealing his sanctions, which could clear him without financial penalties. However, by not joining the conditional release agreement, he has missed a chance to re-establish himself with the DP World Tour in 2
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/21/2026