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Niemann Holds Narrow Edge Over Rahm After Second Round at Chatham Hills

The Chilean’s one-stroke lead gives him a clear path to the $18 million season bonus with a top-four finish under LIV’s points system.

Overview

  • Joaquín Niemann opened with a 7-under par and added a 5-under second round to stand at 12-under, leading Jon Rahm by one stroke after 36 holes.
  • Jon Rahm climbed to 11-under in round two with six birdies but must outperform Niemann in tomorrow’s final round to capture the season crown.
  • LIV Golf’s points allocation (40 for a win, 30 for second) places Niemann at 208.43 points versus Rahm’s 196.16, making specific finish permutations essential for determining the champion.
  • A season bonus of $18 million plus a $4 million tournament prize awaits the champion, heightening the stakes of Sunday’s final round at Chatham Hills.
  • Legión XIII, captained by Rahm, holds the team standings lead heading into the Aug. 22–24 finale in Michigan.