John Rahm

Mentioned in 8 analyzed podcast episodes across 2 shows

Professional golfer competing on the LIV Golf circuit who has been a notable figure in discussions surrounding golf's recent tour landscape. He finished second at LIV Adelaide after surrendering a five-shot lead to Anthony Kim and competed at LIV Golf Riyadh. His participation in LIV Golf has involved disputes with the DP World Tour, including his refusal to pay fines related to his involvement with the breakaway league.

Appears On

The Shotgun Start No Laying Up - Golf Podcast

Episode Appearances

The Shotgun Start · May 18, 2026

2026 PGA Championship Recap: Aaron Rai, Aronimink, and a bunched field under the microscope

“Major contender; return to form in majors and preparation changes after Masters struggles were analyzed”

PGA Championship setup philosophy and course designMajor championship difficulty and player separationAaron Rai's career trajectory and work ethic narrative

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 15, 2026

1158: Seven Tied after Thursday at the PGA

“Shot 1-under; hit volunteer with divot on hole 7; made eagle on hole 9; discussed course difficulty in interview”

PGA Championship course setup and design philosophyRough grass variability and its impact on scoringFairway camber and slope as difficulty factors

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The Shotgun Start · May 11, 2026

Quail Hollow falls flat, TGL rents out to Pro Wrestling, and Early PGA thoughts

“Allegedly made albatross at LIV Golf Virginia event with no video evidence available”

Ryder Cup team selection and captain strategy for 2026European golf talent development and competitive advantagePGA Championship venue selection and tournament format effectiveness

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 30, 2026

LIV Golf’s deathbed with Saudi PIF and Yasir out, McLaren golf club costs, and FBF on Doral

“LIV player facing competitive decline and major championship drought; considering return to DP World Tour”

LIV Golf Collapse and Saudi PIF WithdrawalPGA Tour Player Return Negotiations and LeverageProfessional Golf League Consolidation

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 20, 2026

Fitz clips Sheriff Scottie as fans chant USA, Bryson WDs, Rahm wins, and the LIV sinking ship

“Won LIV Mexico City event; represents LIV's limited competitive depth and field quality concerns”

LIV Golf funding crisis and business viabilityMatt Fitzpatrick's coaching relationship with Mark BlackburnHarbour Town Golf Club course design and player suitability

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Feb 23, 2026

1122: Jacob Bridgeman wins the Genesis & Jeeno Thitikul's big win at home

“Refused to pay DP World Tour fines for Live Golf participation; excluded from conditional release agreement”

Jacob Bridgeman's Genesis victory and rookie PGA Tour trajectoryScotty Scheffler's 18-event top-10 streak ending at RivieraRiviera course setup challenges and February weather impact

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Feb 16, 2026

1120: Collin wins at Pebble, AK triumphs in Adelaide, and Charley Hull moves to world No. 3

“Finished second at LIV Adelaide; lost five-shot lead to Anthony Kim in final round”

Pebble Beach Pro-Am course setup and championship playabilityAnthony Kim comeback narrative and LIV Golf legitimacyProfessional golf decision-making and caddie communication

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The Shotgun Start · Feb 9, 2026

So we’re saying The Players is better than all 4 majors?, Phoenix Open goes into another Super Bowl, Pat Reed domination

“Competed at Live Golf Riyadh; lost to Elvis Smylie by one stroke”

Phoenix Open tournament analysis and course conditionsChris Gotterup's career trajectory and major championship potentialScotty Scheffler's comeback performance and playoff contention

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