Chamblee Points Finger at LIV Golf After Rahm’s Late-Round Meltdown
Jon Rahm’s collapse in the final round of the 2025 PGA Championship has reignited criticism of LIV Golf—and this time, it’s loud and clear from Golf Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee. Rahm, who was tied for the lead after 11 holes, unraveled with a bogey and two double bogeys, finishing T9 after a brutal 2-over 73. Bryson DeChambeau also fell apart down the stretch, losing his lead after 15 holes and dropping to T6.
“They’re Not Playing Against the Best” – Chamblee
Chamblee didn’t mince words: “It matters where you play to be sharp,” he declared. He argued LIV Golf’s 54-hole format, shotgun starts, and small fields don’t provide the competitive rigor needed to win majors. By contrast, PGA Tour stars like Scottie Scheffler are “testing themselves against the best week in and week out”—and it showed. Scheffler closed with composure to win the championship at 11-under-par, five shots clear of the field.
Golf Fans Echo the Criticism
Chamblee’s assessment struck a chord with fans across social media. “He’s 100% right. Scottie is on another level,” one fan wrote, comparing the World No.1’s icy composure to Tiger Woods. Another added, “54-hole shotgun exhibitions don’t do anything to prepare these guys,” reinforcing the idea that LIV’s relaxed format leaves players unready for pressure-packed majors.
LIV Golf’s Structure in the Spotlight
The PGA Tour’s traditional format—72 holes, tight cuts, and full fields—keeps players under pressure for four days. LIV Golf’s 54-hole, no-cut format is seen as less demanding, and according to critics, it’s starting to show in major performances. Even LIV veterans like Sergio Garcia and Tyrrell Hatton struggled to keep pace at Quail Hollow.
What It Means for LIV’s Credibility
As long as LIV players underperform at majors, the league’s ability to produce elite competitors will remain under scrutiny. With Chamblee leading the charge and fans backing him up, Rahm and DeChambeau’s stumbles may be more than just bad rounds—they may be warnings about a growing competitive gap.