Rory McIlroy, Rahm and LIV Golf

Jon Rahm gets his wish after LIV Golf sign the 'next Rory McIlroy'
Rahm's wish for a Callaway star in Legion XIII has now come true as McKibbin, often touted as 'the next Rory McIlroy ', confirmed his switch to LIV. The 22-year-old Northern Irishman earned his PGA Tour card thanks to his stellar performances on the DP World Tour in 2024.
Tom McKibbin explains why he ignored Rory McIlroy advice to join LIV Golf
The young Northern Irishman was advised by his compatriot to turn down an offer from the breakaway Saudi-backed series
Rory McIlroy's prodigy grants Jon Rahm his LIV Golf wish with PGA Tour snub
LIV Golf's Legion XIII captain Jon Rahm was determined to land a Callaway staff player for his side after Kieran Vincent was relegated in 2024 - and he has got his wish in the form of Tom McKibbin
Jon Rahm’s LIV Golf master plan falls into place thanks to ‘next Rory McIlroy’
Jon Rahm was insistent on signing a Callaway staff player after losing Kieran Vincent to relegation in 2024...and he has now got his wish.
Rory McIlroy's protege said comments about joining LIV Golf 'didn't bother me too much'
Rory McIlroy's protege said he doesn't mind missing majors since he gets to play with players on the LIV Golf League this season.
Rory McIlroy’s mentee Tom McKibbin ignores advice, signs with Jon Rahm’s LIV Golf team
Twenty-two-year-old Tom McKibbin, who is currently 21st in the European Ryder Cup rankings, will join Rahm’s Legion XIII and play alongside him, Tyrrell Hatton, and Caleb Surratt. McKibbin hails from Northern Ireland and grew up playing at Holywood Golf Club, the same course Rory McIlroy played as a youth.
Tom McKibbin's first words as a LIV Golf player after defying Rory McIlroy
Tom McKibbin has revealed why he decided to give up a PGA Tour card and a potential Ryder Cup spot in favour of a switch to LIV Golf.
Rory McIlroy Feels 'Fortunate' That LIV Wasn't Around When He Turned Pro
If the LIV Golf League were around when Rory McIlroy entered the professional game in 2007, he might have forgone the traditional DP World Tour and PGA Tour route for the upstart league.
Jon Rahm’s swoop for PGA Tour’s ‘next Rory McIlroy’ grants him his LIV Golf wish
Jon Rahm was left in need of a new Legion XIII player after Kieran Vincent was relegated from the LIV Golf league in 2024 - keen on recruiting a Callaway staff star as a replacement
Why McKibbin ignored McIlroy's LIV Golf warning
Tom McKibbin has brushed aside warnings from his mentor Rory McIlroy about joining LIV Golf, citing its appeal to younger players and its different format as key reasons for his decision. The Northern Irishman will be make his LIV Golf debut on Thursday under the lights at Riyadh Golf Club,
LIV Golf's Tom McKibbin rebuffs Rory McIlroy concerns with explanation given on snubbing PGA Tour
Northern Ireland's Tom McKibbin has dismissed concerns about missing major tournaments after joining the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit. The 22-year-old golfer will make his LIV debut in Riyadh on Thursday.
Rahm Pleased with Adding McKibbin to Team
Starting their second LIV Golf season, Legion XIII, captained by Jon Rahm, is excited about the changes to their roster in ...
Jon Rahm Poaches Rising Star To His LIV Golf Team After The Northern Irishman Ignored Rory McIlroy’s Advice
LIV Golf star Jon Rahm announced a major signing to his Legion XIII team on Wednesday with the acquisition of 22-year-old Tom McKibbin of Northern ...
Rory McIlroy prediction will be music to Jon Rahm's ears as PGA Tour star quits to join LIV Golf
Jon Rahm completed his LIV Golf roster for the 2025 season on Wednesday, bringing in youngster Tom McKibbin, a player four-time major champion Rory McIlroy knows well ...