Sebastián Muñoz made golf history at LIV Golf Indianapolis after setting a record 59 with a double bogey and clinching his first LIV individual title against Jon Rahm in an electrifying sudden-death playoff.
Witness Muñoz’s incredible rebound over the weekend—birdies under pressure, his strategic play with Ping gear, and his clutch performance on the final holes.
Explore Rahm’s spectacular final-round score, the drama at The Club at Chatham Hills, and how Muñoz solidified his reputation as one of the season’s top golfers. Get insights into the team achievements for Torque GC, leaderboard highlights, and what this means for the 2025 LIV Golf season.
Perfect for fans of golf history, tournament recaps, and epic playoff moments.
In a thrilling showdown at LIIV Golf Indianapolis, Sebastian Munoz triumphed over John Rom in a playoff, joyfully declaring himself a champion not once but twice. This remarkable weekend for Munoz began on Friday when he made history at the club at Chattam Hills by posting the first ever score of 59, which included a double bogey, a feat that had never been accomplished in the sport before. He kept off his impressive performance on Sunday with a nail-biting playoff against the Spanish golfer, securing his first individual title and his fifth team victory since joining the LIIV golf circuit. As the tournament unfolded, Munoz entered the final day as a strong contender, having performed exceptionally well on the previous days. However, he found himself tied with Dustin Johnson, the captain of the four aces, while the leader of the Legion 13 was just a couple of groups ahead, aiming to defend his title successfully. Rom was the first to finish, cutting a score of 60 and ending the tournament at an impressive 22 under par. Meanwhile, Munoz left the 16th green at 20 under with Johnson trailing at 18 under. To keep his momentum, Munoz headed to the practice area, eagerly watching the final group’s conclusion on a large screen. The Colombian golfer representing top GC faced immense pressure as he needed to make two birdies to force a playoff. His second shot on the par 517th hole was crucial. It veered left, landing near the spectators and causing a brief pause as Aru’s official helped him find a suitable spot to drop his ball. From there, he executed a remarkable approach shot that drew cheers from the crowd, successfully completing the first of his two necessary birdies. As he approached the 18th TE, Munoz and his caddy, Joseé Peppa Kemper, recalled mixed memories from that hole. They had made a birdie there on Friday, but also suffered a double bogey the day before. Just 24 hours earlier, they had shared the lead with Johnson after a shot that mirrored the one they had just experienced on 17, beering left into a sea of fans. This time, however, fortune smiled upon Munos as he found the center of the fairway, and from there he smoothly rolled his ball onto the green, sinking a long part that didn’t face him, much to Rom’s watchful gaze. With a firm fist pump and a radiant smile, he celebrated with Johnson and Thomas Peters before returning to the tea to await his new opponent. In a post-match interview with Pat Paris, Munoz expressed his gratitude for the support he received throughout the tournament. I was a bit hard on myself after that T-shot yesterday and felt frustrated, but I had a lot of support around me, he admitted. My caddy made sure to talk to me last night and reminded me that we were in a fantastic position, playing really well, and that we could trust ourselves against anyone. That’s what we aim to do today. focus on our game. The atmosphere was electric as two outstanding players, both with remarkable scores, faced off for the title. Munoz opted for the left edge of the fairway, while Rom took a deeper, more secure position on the right. Munoza’s approach shot landed softly on the green, stopping just a meter and a half from the pin, putting the pressure on Rome. The Spanish golfer attempted a strong backspin on his shot, but unfortunately hit the flex stick, causing his ball to roll further away than he had hoped. Rom’s part fell short, while Munoz capitalized on the moment, securing another birdie and claiming his first individual title since the Sanderson Farms Championship in 2019 when he was still part of the PGA Tour. This victory adds to his previous titles including the club Colombia championship in 2016, Conferryy Tour, the Bukar Manga Open and the Medin Country Club Open in 2015.
