Joaquin Niemann explains what Jon Rahm is like to be around on the LIV Golf tour

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Jon Rahm is among the LIV Golf players seeking major championship success this week at the PGA Championship.

Rahm is joined by 10 other LIV Golf players at Aronimink Golf Club, including his fellow captains Bryson DeChambeau, Cam Smith and Joaquin Niemann among others.

They are competing at the second major tournament of the 2026 season at a significant moment for LIV Golf, which is set to lose its funding at the end of the year.

Niemann was among the early starters at the PGA Championship, with the Chilean sharing insight into LIV Golf individual leader Rahm after his one-under 69 on Friday.

Joaquin Niemann really enjoys being around Jon Rahm on LIV Golf

When asked if he has talked to the two-time major champion about staying patient at such events, and if he has sought his advice in general, Niemann said: “I mean, just being around him, I think, is always nice.

“He won a few already. He won The Masters and US Open. Obviously he’s been playing unbelievable golf on LIV.

“I’ve had the pleasure to go head-to-head with him the past two years. It’s been great. I’ve learned a lot from him. He’s a great player, great attitude.

“Obviously patience, I think, is probably up there in the words you’ve got to keep in your mind playing this game.”

Rahm also finished his opening round of the PGA Championship on one-under, while DeChambeau really struggled with a six-over 76.