Ryder Cup 2024: LIV golfers must compete in DP World Tour events

Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald has reiterated that Team Europe’s eligibility rules for LIV Golf players remain unchanged, specifically for Tyrrell Hatton and Jon Rahm. To qualify for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in 2024, Hatton must participate in four DP World Tour events this season. He is set to compete in the British Open at The Belfry after appealing sanctions related to his participation in LIV events without proper release. His appeal has temporarily stayed any fines he may face. Jon Rahm, also a member of Hatton’s Legion XIII team, is similarly focused on maintaining his eligibility by playing enough tournaments. Donald has communicated with Rahm about the requirements, emphasizing that he was aware of the DP World Tour policies when he joined LIV. Rahm has expressed a commitment to fulfilling the necessary conditions to be considered for the Ryder Cup team. The DP World Tour had previously imposed sanctions on players who joined LIV, but some appealed and were allowed to compete until April 2023, when an arbitration panel upheld the Tour's regulations. The current situation highlights the ongoing tension between LIV Golf and traditional tours, as players navigate the complexities of eligibility and sanctions. As the Ryder Cup approaches, the focus remains on how LIV golfers will adapt to the DP World Tour's requirements. Both Hatton and Rahm's participation in upcoming events will be crucial for their chances to represent Europe in the prestigious tournament next year.