Hong Kong witnessed a dominant performance from Jon Rahm at the 2026 LIV Golf Hong Kong tournament, ending an 18-month wait for a victory. The Spaniard’s commanding display culminated in a three-shot win over Thomas Detry, securing him the $4 million first-place prize from the $30 million total purse. This marks Rahm’s third LIV Golf title and his first since triumphing at a UK event in September 2024.
The win caps off a turbulent week for Rahm, who was lauded for his efforts in assisting stranded LIV Golf colleagues in the Middle East and subsequently found himself in a public exchange with Rory McIlroy regarding Ryder Cup matters. Despite the distractions, Rahm showcased remarkable focus, carding an impressive 23-under-par over four rounds, a score matched by the combined total of the winning team, 4Aces GC, and surpassing Korean GC by two strokes. “Very, very relieved” is how Rahm described his feelings after the final round, according to reports.
LIV Golf Hong Kong 2026: Prize Money Breakdown
The 2026 LIV Golf Hong Kong event featured a significant increase in prize money, with a total purse of $30 million. This represents a $5 million boost compared to previous LIV Golf seasons, and notably, all 13 teams now receive prize money following structural changes to the payout system. The purse was divided into $20 million for the individual competition and $10 million for the team event.
Individual Prize Payouts
Here’s a detailed look at how the $20 million individual prize pot was distributed among the 57 players competing in Hong Kong:
| Position | Player | Score | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jon Rahm | -23 | $4,000,000 |
| 2 | Thomas Detry | -20 | $2,250,000 |
| 3 | Thomas Pieters | -19 | $1,500,000 |
| 4 | Harold Varner III | -18 | $1,000,000 |
| 5 | Matthew Wolff | -17 | $800,000 |
| 6 | Carlos Ortiz | -16 | $700,000 |
| 7 | Dean Burmester | -15 | $600,000 |
| T8 | David Puig | -14 | $411,667 |
| T8 | Sergio Garcia | -14 | $411,667 |
| T8 | Louis Oosthuizen | -14 | $411,667 |
| T8 | Elvis Smylie | -14 | $411,667 |
| T8 | Graeme McDowell | -14 | $411,667 |
| T8 | Lucas Herbert | -14 | $411,667 |
Team Competition Results
4Aces GC claimed the team title, securing a $3 million prize. Their victory marked their first since winning at LIV Golf London in July 2023, aided by strong performances from Detry and Pieters. Here’s the full team prize money distribution:
| Position | Team | Score | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4Aces GC | -58 | $3,000,000 |
| 2 | Smash GC | -52 | $1,500,000 |
| 3 | Legion XIII | -51 | $900,000 |
| 4 | Southern Guards GC | -48 | $700,000 |
| 5 | Torque GC | -47 | $650,000 |
| T6 | Crushers GC | -44 | $575,000 |
| T6 | Ripper GC | -44 | $575,000 |
LIV Golf Hong Kong Prize Money History
This marked the third edition of the LIV Golf Hong Kong tournament. Previous winners include Abraham Ancer (2024) with Crushers GC taking the team title, and Sergio Garcia (2025) with Fireballs GC winning the team competition.
Rahm’s victory in Hong Kong signals a return to form for the Spaniard and sets the stage for an exciting remainder of the LIV Golf season. The increased prize money and competitive field continue to elevate the profile of the league, attracting top talent and delivering compelling action for fans. The next event on the LIV Golf schedule is yet to be announced, but all eyes will be on Rahm to see if he can maintain this momentum.
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