Detroit's Rocket Classic concludes with fan appreciation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Rocket Classic wrapped up its eighth and final tournament at Detroit Golf Club this week, ending the first annual PGA Tour stop within the city limits. Fans expressed sadness over the tournament's conclusion, highlighting its significance as a community event despite mixed feelings regarding its disruption to club operations. Rocket Companies decided to withdraw as title sponsor amid evolving tour circumstances, marking the end of a decade-long sponsorship. The PGA Tour remains committed to the Detroit market and is exploring new sponsors and venues for future events.
- •The final tournament took place this week at Detroit Golf Club.
- •Fans described the event as a community festival and tradition.
- •Rocket Companies ended its sponsorship due to uncertainty in the tour's future.
- •PGA Tour officials are seeking new sponsors and venues in Detroit.
- •The tournament's conclusion follows a significant renovation of Detroit Golf Club.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Golf fans sad to lose Detroit's Rocket Classic
"Golf fans are losing the first and only annual PGA Tour stop played within Detroit's city limits.
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