The golf world is buzzing with excitement as Jon Rahm, the current world number one and reigning Masters champion, prepares to compete in this weekend’s tournament. But there’s more at stake than just another trophy – Rahm has the chance to break a major record and etch his name into the history books. But will the pressure of the moment get to him, or will he continue his stellar season and claim his place as the best golfer in the world? We take a closer look at Rahm’s journey so far and what this record-breaking weekend could mean for his career.

The chance to break a major record for Jon Rahm

Spanish golfer Jon Rahm, has been making waves in the golfing world this season, with an impressive record of 10 top-ten finishes and four wins, including the 87th Masters tournament held earlier this year. But there’s more to come, as Rahm is on the verge of breaking Scottie Scheffler‘s record for the highest earnings in a single season on the PGA Tour.

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Currently with $13,623,540 in earnings for the 2022-23 season, Rahm needs just under $400,000 more to surpass Scheffler’s record of $14 million set last year. With five months remaining in the season, it’s almost certain that Rahm will break the record and cement his place in golfing history.

Rahm’s impressive season has not gone unnoticed, as fellow PGA Tour pro Michael S Kim took to Twitter to call him “literally the best golfer in the world.”

Michael S kim tweeted “Maybe I can convince Jon to add some Korean bbq to his champions dinner. Looking forward to playing with literally the best golfer in the world.”

More than just money for Jon Rahm

And with Rahm currently holding the top spot on both the FedEx and OWGR rankings, it’s a title that’s hard to argue against.

It’s not just about the money for Rahm. After winning the 87th Masters and donning the iconic green jacket, the Spanish golfer is hungry for more. He’s already won four out of 11 events played this season and finished in the top 10 in seven others. And with five months remaining, there’s no telling what other records he could break.

As for Rahm, he’s looking forward to the challenge of breaking Scheffler’s record and adding another feather to his cap. With his consistency and skill on the course, there’s no doubt that he’s one of the best golfers in the world today. Whether he can maintain that level of performance for years to come remains to be seen, but for now, all eyes are on him as he heads towards a record-breaking weekend.

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