Brad Dalke struggles in first round at Rocket Classic after 81
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Brad Dalke shot an 11-over 81 in his first round at the Rocket Classic on July 30, 2026. Competing at Detroit Golf Club, he only beat one player, Alejandro Tosti, who scored 82. Dalke's round was marred by seven bogeys, one double-bogey, and one triple-bogey, significantly trailing the leader Peter Malnati, who posted a 9-under 61. Despite the rough start, Dalke remains motivated, expressing his determination to improve in the next round. He received a sponsor's exemption for the event amid support from fellow YouTubers in the golf community.
- •Dalke shot 11-over 81 in his first PGA Tour round.
- •He is currently in last place, ahead of only Alejandro Tosti.
- •Dalke made seven bogeys, one double-bogey, and one triple-bogey.
- •Peter Malnati leads the tournament after shooting 9-under 61.
- •Dalke received a sponsor's exemption for the event.
- 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — YouTubers have Brad Dalke's back after 81: 'Still insanely good'
"Brad Dalke, with more than 400,000 subscribers on YouTube, was given a sponsor's exemption into this week's Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club.
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