Smylie wins LIV Golf Riyadh in tour debut under lights

Elvis Smylie won the LIV Golf Riyadh tournament in his first LIV start with a bogey-free 8-under 64, finishing one stroke ahead of Jon Rahm; his team, Ripper GC, also won the team title.

Elvis Smylie won the LIV Golf Riyadh tournament on Saturday night in his first start on the LIV tour. He closed with a bogey-free 8-under 64 under the lights and finished one stroke ahead of Jon Rahm. The 23-year-old Australian officially joined Ripper GC last month. He also led Ripper GC to the team title. Key facts: - Smylie shot a bogey-free 8-under 64 in the final round. - He finished one stroke ahead of Jon Rahm. - Smylie was 23 and making his tour debut in the event. - Ripper GC won the team competition with Smylie on the roster. - Smylie joined the team last month and described playing at night as a different experience. Summary: Smylie's victory was a notable opening result in his first LIV Golf appearance and it coincided with a team title for Ripper GC. Undetermined at this time.