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Michael Kim’s Surprising Rise in World Ranking
Michael Kim’s Impressive Performance
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Arnold Palmer Invitational | Michael Kim secured a stunning 4th place finish on March 9, 2025, propelling him to 52nd in the world ranking, seven spots ahead of Jon Rahm (59th). |
Kim’s Humorous Take on His Ranking
| Quote | Context |
|---|---|
| “I am currently a better golf player than Jon Rahm!” | Kim tweeted this with humor after his impressive 4th place finish at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, the fourth Signature Event of the season on the PGA Tour. |
Financial and Ranking Gains
| Earnings | Details |
|---|---|
| $1 Million | In addition to his 4th place finish, Kim earned $1 million and jumped from 68th to 52nd in the world ranking, surpassing Jon Rahm, who dropped to 59th. |
Jon Rahm’s Major Wins
| Year | Tournament |
|---|---|
| 2021 | US Open |
| 2023 | Masters |
Liv Golf Players in the Top 50
| Player | Ranking |
|---|---|
| Tyrrell Hatton | 12th |
| Bryson DeChambeau | 16th |
Impact on Major Tournaments
| Player | Details |
|---|---|
| Jon Rahm | Benefits from an exemption due to his major wins. |
| Bryson DeChambeau | Must wait for invitations to major tournaments. |
| Dustin Johnson | Must wait for invitations to major tournaments. |
| Phil Mickelson | Must wait for invitations to major tournaments. |
| Cameron Smith | Must wait for invitations to major tournaments. |
| Brooks Koepka | Must wait for invitations to major tournaments. |
Key Events and Invitations
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Masters 2025 | Joaquin Niemann was invited to the Masters 2025. |
| Players Championship | Tyrrell Hatton and Bryson DeChambeau are absent due to Liv Golf restrictions. |
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