Several players from the Saudi-backed golf league were stranded in the United Arab Emirates after Iran launched retaliatory attacks across the Middle East, forcing airport closures and widespread flight cancellations. The group had been in Dubai before traveling to Hong Kong for an upcoming tournament when the escalating conflict disrupted their plans.

Jon Rahm stepped in to help, arranging a private charter through his partnership with VistaJet to transport seven players and a caddie out of the region. The group drove overnight to Oman amid heavy traffic before boarding a flight that carried them safely to Hong Kong. One player described the experience as 'terrifying,' while sources said there was significant relief once the golfers were reunited with their teammates ahead of the competition.