How did joaquin niemann qualify for the USOPEN

So did LIV Mxico City have a USOPEN spot up for the winner?

I am 100% a LIV fan.

But even I dont understand how a closed event was offering a spot for the USOPEN
'The leading points player - not already exempt - in the top three of the standings after LIV Golf Korea will automatically qualify for the US Open, with Niemann now having an unassailable advantage and guaranteeing himself a spot for Oakmont.'
 
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