Rocket recap: Highlights from final round of the Rocket Classic at DGC
Michael Thorbjornsen became the fourth player to make Detroit's Rocket Classic his first victory on the PGA Tour.
At the final round of the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club, Michael Thorbjornsen secured his first PGA Tour victory with a score of 7-under 63, outpacing Xander Schauffele by two strokes. Schauffele, a two-time major champion, shot a final-round 65, his best round of the week, to finish at 16 under, two strokes behind Thorbjornsen.
Rickie Fowler, the people's champion, couldn't secure another win, finishing tied for eighth at 12 under. Thorbjornsen's stellar performance included birdies on four of his last seven holes, with one notable birdie on the par-4 13th hole after a disappointing tee shot. The par-4 18th hole was the site of memorable moments in Rocket Classic history, with Thorbjornsen sealing his win with a 26-foot birdie putt.
Fowler, known for his birdie on the same hole in 2023, made one more birdie before walking off the green to thank the crowd. Schauffele expressed his admiration for Thorbjornsen's victory, stating, "I played really well and he just beat me, straight up, so hats off to him." All in all, the final round showcased the competitive spirit and skilled performances of the participating golfers, while also marking the end of the Rocket Classic's eight-year run.
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