Adelaide, Australia – A thrilling battle is unfolding at LIV Golf Adelaide, where Recent Zealander Ben Campbell finds himself in a share of the lead alongside golf heavyweights Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau heading into Saturday’s moving day. The trio sits at 12 under par at The Grange Golf Club, setting the stage for a captivating final round and a potential showdown for the $4 million winner’s prize – equivalent to approximately $6.6 million New Zealand dollars according to LIV Golf.
Campbell, a 34-year-old from Queenstown, carded a second-round 63, fueled by a birdie on the par-four 4th, to reach the top of the leaderboard. He’s joined by Rahm, the two-time defending LIV Golf Individual Champion, who continued his impressive form with another 63, and DeChambeau, who is looking to add another victory to his already impressive season. The competition is fierce, with England’s Tyrell Hatton just one stroke behind at 11 under, having recorded five birdies in a six-hole stretch. Anthony Kim and Brandon Grace are also within striking distance, sitting at 10 under par.
Rahm’s Pursuit of a Long-Awaited Victory
For Rahm, this tournament represents a chance to end a 16-month drought without an individual victory. LIV Golf reports that the Legion XIII captain is motivated by the opportunity to share the stage with Grammy Award-nominated musical artist FISHER should he maintain his lead through Sunday. Rahm’s stellar performance has been marked by exceptional putting, sinking a 47-foot putt for eagle on the par-5 seventh and consistently making putts between 10 and 25 feet. He made approximately 151 feet of putts on Friday alone.
“I can’t remember the last time I made this many, but it was a lot – and the ones that didn’t head in looked like they were going to go in,” Rahm said, reflecting on his impressive performance on the greens. “It was a fantastic day on the greens.”
Here comes Rahmbo 🔥@JonRahmOfficial sinks the eagle putt from 50ft to jump to T1 📈
#LIVGolfAdelaide | @LegionXIIIgc— LIV Golf @livgolf_league February 13, 2026
Australian Contenders and Team Dynamics
While the spotlight is on the leading trio, several Australian players are making their presence felt. Cameron Smith and Lucas Herbert are tied for eighth place at eight under, while Marc Leishman is at seven under. Smith’s Ripper GC team is within striking distance in the team standings, trailing Rahm’s Legion XIII by four strokes. Smith posted an 8-under 64 on Friday, tying for the lowest score of the day, and expressed confidence in his team’s chances. “I suppose given that the team is up there, the energy will be high again,” he said as reported by FOX Sports.
Elvis Smylie, who recently secured a victory on his LIV debut in Saudi Arabia, is currently four under par. The strong showing from Australian players adds an extra layer of excitement for the local fans.
DeChambeau Eyes Another Title
Bryson DeChambeau, co-leading with Rahm at 19 under, anticipates a challenging final round. “Going to be a good battle tomorrow,” DeChambeau stated according to FOX Sports. “We’re going to have some fun.” Rahm echoed this sentiment, hoping for a competitive showdown. “I hope it’s a banger,” Rahm said. “I hope we both have a good day, and may the best player win.”
The final round promises to be a captivating display of skill and determination as these golfing titans battle for the individual title and the coveted opportunity to celebrate with FISHER. The tournament’s outcome remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: LIV Golf Adelaide is delivering on its promise of thrilling competition and unforgettable moments.
Sunday’s final round will determine the champion of LIV Golf Adelaide. Fans can follow the action and find out where to watch via the official LIV Golf website. We’ll continue to provide updates as the tournament unfolds.
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