The PGA Tour faces a decision on Jon Rahm's potential return as LIV Golf's bankruptcy process heads toward a 2027 liquidation and the DP World Tour concludes its season in Dubai. Rahm, eligible for the DP World Tour in 2027, has signaled openness to rejoining the PGA Tour even with penalties. CBS Sports analysts Robby Kalland and Patrick McDonald discussed possible terms, with Kalland proposing a deal similar to Brooks Koepka's but with a $10 million charitable donation — double Koepka's $5 million — plus forfeiting five years of Player Equity Program eligibility and missing 2027 FedEx Cup bonuses. McDonald agreed a return benefits both sides, noting Rahm's eligibility for signature events via the Official World Golf Ranking and his past wins at The American Express and Genesis Invitational.
Meanwhile, the DP World Tour's Race to Dubai standings show Eugenio Chacarra leading, with Rory McIlroy chasing an eighth title and Patrick Reed in the top three. Rahm sits 11th after his Abu Dhabi victory. Kalland highlighted Chacarra's breakout season with three wins and four other top‑3 finishes, positioning him to earn a PGA Tour card for 2027. McDonald added that completing the Dubai finale amid regional tensions would be a minor miracle.
On the women's side, the new WTGL indoor league launched with a Los Angeles vs. New York match featuring Michelle Wie West, Lydia Ko, and Rose Zhang. McDonald, who attended the debut at SoFi Center, questioned the Sunday 3 p.m. ET start against NFL games, with all four WTGL broadcasts on ABC networks conflicting with football. Kalland noted counterprogramming the NFL with women's sports is common but limits reach. Both analysts suggested success for WTGL may simply be creating viral moments and introducing new personalities beyond Nelly Korda.
