LIV Golf awards world ranking points to top 10 finishers starting 2026 season

Jon Rahm practices ahead of LIV Golf opener.

Official World Golf Ranking granted points to top 10 finishers at LIV Golf events for the 2026 season. LIV Golf criticized the limited scope but welcomed the step forward. The circuit opens next week in Riyadh with 54 players competing.

Jon Rahm captains Legion XIII in his third LIV season. He committed to the league after declining PGA Tour reinstatement offer last month. Rahm passed the February 2 deadline alongside Bryson DeChambeau and Cameron Smith.

The reinstatement path targeted major winners like Rahm from 2022-25. Brooks Koepka accepted and returns to PGA Tour events this week. Rahm stays with LIV after two individual wins last year.

OWGR points help LIV players regain eligibility for majors and elevated events. Rahm holds 87th in current rankings after joining LIV. Points from top finishes aid recovery.

LIV expands to 72-hole format this year aligning closer to PGA Tour. Rahm endorsed the change as positive for players. Season features 14 events through October.

Rahm took a break late 2025 after winless year but captured individual title. He eyes strong start to build rankings. LIV team championship follows regular season.