Jon Rahm is not taking any rest after his victory in teachers, despite how tempting it may be.
The newly ranked world No. 1 told reporters on Wednesday that he was exhausted after a «demanding week» at Augusta National. However, he does not withdraw from the RBC heritage in Hilton Head, South Carolina this week and for good reason.
Jon Rahm of Spain celebrates holding up the Masters trophy upon winning the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday, April 9, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
«It crossed my mind,» Rahm said. «It crossed my mind, but I made a commitment at the beginning of the year and I want to keep that commitment.»
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«Me too, talking to [my wife], I put myself in the place not only of the spectators but also of the children. If I were one of the kids, I’d like to see the recent Masters champion play good or bad, I just want to be there.»
But Rahm made it clear that he’s not just showing up, he’s committed to winning.
Jon Rahm of Spain watches his tee shot on the fourth hole during the final round of the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday, April 9, 2023, in Augusta, Georgia. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
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«I still intend to make the double jacket and take this one home.»
«I can promise you that every time I enter a tournament, it will be to win,» he added. «It may feel better or worse, but I intend to do everything I can to win.»
Jon Rahm of Spain salutes after his putt on the third hole during the final round of the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday, April 9, 2023, in Augusta, Georgia. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong))
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Rahm will be the first golfer since Jordan Spieth in 2015 to win the Masters and compete at the RBC Heritage on Hilton Head the following week.