'No intention of extending': Another LIV star eyes exit following Jon Rahm's departure

Double major champion Collin Morikawa revealed Thursday that LIV Golf players must make a crucial business decision regarding their future after Jon Rahm announced his departure from the breakaway tour. Rahm's lawyer stated that the Spanish star would not participate in LIV's "LIV 2.0." Jon Rahm's exit from LIV Golf significantly impacts the tour as it attempts to relaunch following its bankruptcy.

Along with Bryson DeChambeau, Rahm was one of the most prominent golfers to defect from the PGA Tour and join the Saudi-backed league. LIV filed for bankruptcy protection last month after its Middle Eastern backers withdrew support. The tour plans to relaunch next year as LIV 2.0, with retaining popular stars like Rahm seen as critical to its prospects.

Morikawa, currently in Japan playing the PGA Tour's Baycurrent Classic, emphasized that "everyone has their own choice to make" and that it was a significant business decision as there are "a lot of guys who aren't going to take it lightly." He questioned the ability to sleep at night and stay motivated while pursuing their goals on a particular platform.

Morikawa noted that Rahm's lawyer is actively discussing a consensual separation agreement with LIV, but did not know where Rahm would play in the future. He expressed uncertainty about whether this situation represents a second chance or future opportunities, but believed other top players might join DP World Tour. The PGA Tour has no plans to offer LIV players a pathway back, with their CEO stating that no repeats are planned.

Morikawa highlighted that many LIV players are currently trying to figure out their next move, hoping for a return to enjoying golf for what it truly is.