Get ready for a Sunday showdown that promises to be nothing short of epic! For the first time since LIV Golf Las Vegas in 2024, two of the league’s biggest stars, Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, will face off in the final pairing, setting the stage for one of the most thrilling conclusions in LIV Golf history. But here’s where it gets even more intriguing: they’ll be joined by Anthony Kim, the newest member of 4Aces GC, who’s just five shots back and hungry for his first top-10 finish in the league.
Round 3 at LIV Golf Adelaide delivered drama, surprises, and a few controversial moments, as Rahm and DeChambeau finished tied for the lead, both sitting pretty at the top of the leaderboard. Rahm, ever the competitor, summed it up perfectly: ‘I think we’ll both be looking forward to it, and I hope it’s a banger. May the best player win.’ But don’t count out Kim, who fired a solid 4-under 68 to stay within striking distance. And this is the part most people miss: three players are lurking just one shot behind at 13-under par, including Cameron Smith of Ripper GC, who put on a short game masterclass with an 8-under 64. Smith’s performance raises a bold question: Can his precision around the greens steal the show on Sunday?
Speaking of Ripper GC, they’re not just battling for individual glory—they’re also chasing Legion XIII, who surged to a five-shot lead on the team leaderboard. Tyrrell Hatton, Caleb Surratt, and Tom McKibbin combined for a stellar team effort, leaving the home favorites playing catch-up. But here’s the controversial take: Is Legion XIII’s lead insurmountable, or can Ripper GC’s local support fuel a comeback?
Meanwhile, Ben Campbell, who shared the lead after Round 2, stumbled to an even-par 72, dropping seven shots back. What happened to his momentum, and can he bounce back in the final round? And let’s not forget the course itself—the par-4 eighth hole, once the toughest challenge, became the second-easiest after tees were moved up, while the par-5 10th remained a birdie fest. Does this setup favor the big hitters like DeChambeau, or will precision trump power?
As we head into Sunday, the stage is set for a battle of skill, strategy, and nerves. Who do you think will emerge victorious? Rahm, DeChambeau, or an underdog like Kim or Smith? Let us know in the comments—this is one debate you won’t want to miss!
