Jon Rahm expressed his frustration with drones at the LIV Golf event in Nashville. During the final round of the tournament, Rahm, who was close to the lead, was upset when a drone hovered near his tee shot, causing it to go into the water hazard. Rahm was caught swearing about the drones on a hot mic, expressing his annoyance at their presence during his backswing.
Despite the setback, Rahm finished strong in his round, ultimately tying with Lee Westwood at 12-under for the tournament. His teammate, Tyrrell Hatton, held the lead at 18-under, with their team Legion XIII ahead by five strokes over Torque GC.
While Rahm performed well in this tournament, his results in the majors earlier this season were not as impressive. He had to withdraw from the U.S. Open due to a foot injury, finished T-45 at the Masters Tournament, and missed the cut at the PGA Championship. However, Rahm seems to be in better shape now and is looking forward to competing in The Open Championship next month.
Rahm’s frustration with the drones highlights the challenges that professional golfers face during competitions. The presence of external factors like drones can disrupt their focus and impact their performance on the course. It raises questions about the use of technology in sports events and the need to ensure that it does not interfere with the players’ game.
As Rahm continues to compete in upcoming tournaments, including The Open Championship, fans will be watching to see how he overcomes challenges and improves his game. His determination and skill on the course will be tested as he strives to achieve success in the competitive world of professional golf.