A year ago the 2023 champion struck a defensive tone as he returned to Augusta National as a LIV Golf member, but Tuesday he was jovial in a press conference.

LIV events don’t earn world ranking points, which makes it harder to judge where he stands in the game. But when the Spaniard, who turned 30 in November, shifts into Rambo mode, he just might be the best player in the world. Here are five reasons he could pick up his second Green Jacket and third major overall.

Jon Rahm doesn't have time to stop and smell the azaleas as he heads into the first major of the season this week at the Masters. The 2023 champion and two-time major winner was asked Tuesday about whether he appreciates the beauty of the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club.