“Golf should be more like other sports”, Jon Rahm laments the end of WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play

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The end of an era is upon us as the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play tournament concludes this week, leaving some players lamenting the loss of the event from the PGA Tour calendar.

World No. 2 Jon Rahm is one such player, expressing his hope that match-play events remain in the golfing calendar. In a recent interview, Rahm praised the format, stating that it makes golf “Golf should be more like other sports”.

This year’s 64-man WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play tournament in Texas marks the last edition of the competition, where players face off one-on-one in a round-robin format over the first three days. The

top players from each group then advance to the knockout stages over the weekend, culminating in the final on Sunday afternoon. For Rahm, match-play events like these are the only time during the year when players can truly compete against the person in front of them.

Rahm’s comments on the relatability of match-play events are particularly interesting, especially considering the proposed rule changes to the game of golf.

As we reported earlier this year, golf’s governing bodies have proposed significant changes to the rules of the game to make it more accessible and appealing to a wider audience. Rahm’s support for match-play events speaks to the need for golf to remain relevant in a sports landscape where quick, fast-paced games are gaining popularity.

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Jon Rahm calls for match play to remain on the golfing calendar

Jon Rahm’s support for match-play events is unwavering. In his interview, he expressed his excitement for the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play tournament and his disappointment that it will no longer be on the calendar. The Spaniard believes that match-play events offer a unique opportunity for players to face off against each other and to showcase their skills in a more relatable format.

While Rahm’s support for match play events may not be enough to save the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play tournament, his comments highlight the importance of innovation in the sport. As golf continues to evolve, it is important that the sport remains appealing to a wider audience. Match-play events may be just one way to accomplish this.

Jon Rahm’s comments highlight the need for golf to continue to evolve and offer new and exciting formats for players and fans. While traditional stroke-play events will always have a place in the game, match-play events offer a fresh and engaging alternative that could attract a new generation of golf fans.

Whether or not his views are acted upon remains to be seen, but it is clear that there is a growing appetite for more match-play events on the golfing calendar.

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