Grading the LIV Golf League's Major Season: A Mixed Bag

On the latest episode, which you can listen to here, Jerome and Aaron took a deep dive into the LIV Golf League's performance during the major season. With no wins to boast about, the league's journey through the majors was a rollercoaster of near misses and competitive finishes. Let's break down the grades given to the league and its standout players.

LIV Golf League's Overall Performance

The league's performance across the four majors was a topic of debate. While Jerome leaned towards a B, acknowledging the fierce competition, Aaron was more critical, settling on a C due to the absence of a win. The league's stars, like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, were expected to shine, but without a major victory, the grades reflected a sense of unfulfilled potential.

Major-by-Major Breakdown

The Masters. Despite Patrick Reed's commendable third-place finish, the league received a D. The lack of a commanding presence in the final rounds was a significant factor.

PGA Championship. Bryson DeChambeau's T2 finish was overshadowed by a five-shot gap from the winner, resulting in a B- from Jerome and a C from Aaron.

US Open. With Hatton and Ortiz tied for fourth, the league's best chance at a win slipped away, earning a B- from Aaron and a C+ from Jerome.

Open Championship. Bryson's solo top-10 finish led to a D grade, highlighting the league's struggle to contend with world number 1, Scottie Scheffler (they weren't the only ones).

Player Grades

Bryson DeChambeau: A B- for his three top-10 finishes, marred by a missed cut at the US Open.

Jon Rahm: Consistent but not spectacular, Rahm's B- reflected his steady presence without a major threat.

Joaquin Niemann: With two missed cuts, Niemann's major season was a disappointment, earning a D+.

Tyrrell Hatton: A solid B for Hatton, who showed promise but fell short of a win.

Conclusion

The LIV Golf League's major season was a tale of close calls and missed opportunities. While the league's players showed flashes of brilliance, the absence of a major win left room for improvement. As the league looks ahead, the focus will be on turning these near misses into victories.

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