Jon Rahm's Journey to the Top: From Spain to the PGA Tour

From Spain to the PGA Tour: Jon Rahm's Journey to the Top Image: Getty Images Image: Getty Images

– He is a Spanish professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour and European Tour.

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– He was born in 1994 in Spain.

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– His best finish at a major is a tie for 3rd at the 2019 U.S. Open.

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– Rahm has represented Europe in the Ryder Cup twice, in 2018 and 2021.

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