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Bulldogs seek points at Rocket Classic in Detroit starting July 30

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Bulldogs seek points at Rocket Classic in Detroit starting July 30

Summary

The Rocket Classic begins July 30 at Detroit Golf Club, featuring seasoned Tour players including Chris Kirk and Russell Henley. Jackson Koivun, a rookie, recently claimed the 3M Open, marking a significant win in just his third professional start. Kirk, who finished T31 at the last event, aims to improve his FedEx Cup standing from 143rd. Other players, including David Thompson and Brian Harman, require high finishes to qualify for the FedEx Cup Playoffs amidst tight competition.

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By the Numbers

•Rocket Classic runs July 30-August 2, 2026.
•Defending champion is Aldrich Potgeiter.
•Brian Harman moved to 62nd in FedEx Cup standings.
•Chris Kirk needs a strong finish to advance in standings.
•Tournament purse totals $10 million, with $1.8 million for the winner.

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What they're saying

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The Twin Cities injected some excitement into the late season last week, and there was good news for former Bulldogs to boot. First, Tour rookie (I mean like 24 days since turning pro) Jackson Koivun won the 3M Open in his 3rd start as a professional and 7th time playing a Tour event (he played […]
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