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Gooch Secures Back-to-Back Valderrama Victories, Tops LIV Golf Earnings

Gooch’s one-stroke win over Jon Rahm showcased LIV Golf’s dual competition format as Rahm’s Legión XIII secured the team crown at Valderrama.

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El estadounidense Talor Gooch posa con el trofeo tras proclamarse ganador del LIV Andalucía de golf, en el campo de Valderrama en San Roque (Cádiz), este domingo. EFE/A.Carrasco Ragel

Overview

  • Gooch finished with 205 strokes (−8), edging Rahm by one shot to claim his second consecutive title at Real Club Valderrama.
  • The win pushed Gooch’s career earnings on the Saudi-backed circuit to nearly $65 million, making him its highest-earning player.
  • Jon Rahm fell just short of an individual victory on home soil but celebrated Legión XIII’s triumph in the team standings.
  • Abraham Ancer delivered a strong international showing with a solo third-place finish at 5 under par.
  • Real Club Valderrama’s Ryder Cup–hosted layout underlined its status as one of LIV Golf’s most prestigious venues.