JJ Watt played at the WM Phoenix Open Pro-Am alongside Rahm. The NFL star retired recently and chose golf as the next step in his career.
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Rahm has won multiple PGA Tour events with his powerful drives and precise iron play. The news of the pair playing together created a frenzy among the fans and attracted a huge audience. Moreover, the juggernaut also shared a very special NFL tradition with the world No.3.
What do the fans think of Jon Rahm and Watt’s gesture?
The WM Phoenix Open is in session. The former pro footballer and Rahm were photographed swapping jerseys post playing a round. However, some fans think it might be a bad idea. Someone tweeted “Rahm is such a sweaty man, I’d wash that golf shirt partner!”
Rahm is such a sweaty man, I’d wash that golf shirt partner!
You’ve ruined Rahm for me @LilWiggins10
Most unacceptable, thirstiest move of all time
Post-round jersey swaps for @JonRahmPGA and @JJWatt 😅🤝
Cannot begin to imagine how much that polo would stink #sweat
Post-round jersey swaps for @JonRahmPGA and @JJWatt 😅🤝
But, it’s not all bad, many fans are appreciating the gesture and want to make this a regular thing.
Make golf shirt swaps a thing
Post-round jersey swaps for @JonRahmPGA and @JJWatt 😅🤝
What I would do to sport that Sunday salmon
Post-round jersey swaps for @JonRahmPGA and @JJWatt 😅🤝
future HOFer 🤝 future HOFer
Someone has even suggested which jersey Rahm should have swapped with Watt.
Should’ve swapped the Rhambo ASU jersey from his amateur WM (2018 I believe) @JJWatt @JonRahmpga
Post-round jersey swaps for @JonRahmPGA and @JJWatt 😅🤝
The tradition of jersey swaps is often followed in the NBA and NFL. Additionally, swapping jerseys symbolizes that the players have mutual respect for each other.
What do you think of the jersey swap? Should it become a thing on the PGA Tour?
The WM Phoenix Open Pro-Am 2023
WM Phoenix Open is the most awaited tournament of the PGA Tour for both the fans and the players. The Celebrity Pro-Am is one of the biggest pre-tournament events.
The event features prominent music artists and athletes who play alongside pro PGA Tour golfers.
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This year’s celebrity list included many exceptional athletes like super bowl star Reggie Bush, Major league baseball MVP, Alex Rodriguez, and many more. Moreover, music artists like Chris Lane and Jason Aldean joined the kick off as well.