LIV Golf Adelaide: DeChambeau and Rahm Lead the Charge
As of February 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM, LIV Golf Staff reports that the thrilling competition at LIV Golf Adelaide is heating up. After three rounds, the team leaderboard sees Legion XIII in the lead, with a 5-shot advantage over the home favorite, Ripper GC. This is a significant turn of events, as it marks the first time since LIV Golf Las Vegas in 2024 that two of the league's biggest stars, Rahm and DeChambeau, will be in the final pairing for Sunday's final round.
Rahm and DeChambeau's excitement is palpable, with Rahm stating, 'I think we'll both be looking forward to it, and I hope it's a banger. I hope we both have a good day, and may the best player win.' The anticipation is high, and the stage is set for a dramatic showdown.
Anthony Kim, a new member of 4Aces GC, is also making waves. With a score of 14 under for the tournament, he's in solo third place, just five shots back of the lead. Kim will be playing alongside Rahm and DeChambeau in the final group on Sunday, aiming for his first LIV Golf top-10 finish. His solid performance so far bodes well for his prospects.
In the running for fourth place, three players are tied at 13 under par. Cameron Smith from Ripper GC made a significant move up the leaderboard with an 8-under 64. Similarly, Peter Uihlein and Lucas Herbert from RangeGoats GC and Ripper GC, respectively, also sit at 13 under after rounds of 5-under 67. Smith's short game clinic kept Ripper GC in the running, showcasing his skills.
However, the story of the day is Legion XIII's surge. They've built a five-stroke lead over Ripper GC, with Tyrrell Hatton, Caleb Surratt, and Tom McKibbin contributing to their success. Hatton shot a 6-under 66, Surratt an 8-under 64, and McKibbin a 3-under 69. The overall scoring average for Round 3 was similar to Round 2 at –2.91, with some holes playing slightly over par.
The par-4 eighth hole saw a strategic adjustment, moving the tees up, which transformed it from the hardest hole in Round 2 to the second-easiest in Round 3 at –0.49. In contrast, the par-5 10th hole remained the easiest, playing at –0.60.
As the competition intensifies, all eyes are on the final round, where the drama and excitement are sure to reach new heights.
