Niemann Wins LIV New York; Rahm Clinches Title

Joaquín Niemann won LIV Golf New York with a 16-under 268, firing a closing 69 to edge Harold Varner III by three shots. Jon Rahm, despite a 76 in New York, clinched the LIV Golf season-long Individual Championship for a third consecutive year thanks to a dominant early-season run and accrued points, finishing T41 at Bedminster. Rahm’s season title, paired with Niemann’s victory, keeps LIV’s season-long race competitive heading into the final Indianapolis event, with Bryson DeChambeau trailing Rahm by more than 200 points. Varner and Westwood produced late surges, underscoring the depth of competition as Niemann maintained his weekend lead and momentum for his ninth career win. The event also featured LIV Golf’s ongoing business development, including a term sheet signing with a lead investor to continue the league without Saudi funding, signaling financial backing for future seasons. Niemann’s performance across the week—opening rounds with low scores, surges, and leadership for Torque GC—solidified his status as the league’s most prolific individual winner while Rahm’s season-long consistency preserved his title bid.