Brooks Koepka withdraws from Rocket Classic before tee times
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:07 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Brooks Koepka has withdrawn from the Rocket Classic in Detroit, as announced by the PGA Tour on July 28. Initially committed to play, Koepka's exit comes during a challenging season; he recently struggled with a nerve issue affecting his left hand. This withdrawal further jeopardizes his chances for postseason qualification, as he ranks 84th in the FedEx Cup standings. Ben Silverman will replace him in the field, which has been finalized with the announcement of tee times for the tournament. The Rocket Classic is set to run its final event this year, after which a new tournament sponsored by Sompo will begin in 2027.
- •Koepka withdrew after initially committing on July 13.
- •Ben Silverman replaces Koepka in the Rocket Classic field.
- •Koepka is 84th in the FedEx Cup standings with playoffs approaching.
- •Tee times for the Rocket Classic have been announced for July 29.
- •The Rocket Classic will end after this year's event, transitioning to a new tournament in 2027.
- 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Brooks Koepka drops out of Rocket Classic after tee times set
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Brooks Koepka's postseason in doubt after WD
"Brooks Koepka will not be coming to Detroit after all, as the PGA Tour announced he withdrew on Tuesday afternoon after tee times were set.
"Brooks Koepka’s bid to make the postseason is in doubt after withdrawing from this week's Rocket Classic.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 8:07 PMBrooks Koepka drops out of Rocket Classic after tee times set
Brooks Koepka will not be coming to Detroit after all, as the PGA Tour announced he withdrew on Tuesday afternoon after tee times were set.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 8:00 PMBrooks Koepka's postseason in doubt after WD
Brooks Koepka’s bid to make the postseason is in doubt after withdrawing from this week's Rocket Classic.
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