Michael Thorbjornsen captures first PGA Tour win at Rocket Classic
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Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Michael Thorbjornsen clinched his first career PGA Tour victory at the 2026 Rocket Classic on August 2 at Detroit Golf Club. He shot a 7-under 63, finishing 18 under par, and pulled ahead with four birdies on the back nine, including consecutive birdies on the 14th and 15th holes. Thorbjornsen's performance outpaced a competitive field, concluding the final event at the Detroit venue. This year's tournament marked the last Rocket Classic, as sponsors announced no future PGA Tour events will be held at the site starting in 2027.
- •Thorbjornsen finished with a score of 18 under par.
- •Xander Schauffele finished two strokes behind at 16 under.
- •Weather conditions included light rain and wind during the final round.
- •The Rocket Classic has ended its run after this year's tournament.
- •Thorbjornsen had previously placed tied for third at the WM Phoenix Open.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — What Trevor Immelman thought was ‘special’ about Michael Thorbjornsen’s final round at the Rocket Classic
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Michael Thorbjornsen issues his verdict on the Rocket Classic being removed from the PGA Tour schedule after this season
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Golf gods cry a bit, then smile on Michael Thorbjornsen in final Rocket Classic
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — Behind a ridiculous final nine, Michael Thorbjornsen wins Rocket Classic
- 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — Rocket recap: Highlights from final round of the Rocket Classic at DGC
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Thorbjornsen goes low in final round for win in final Rocket Classic
"Trevor Immelman has suggested that he was so impressed by Michael Thorbjornsen hitting all but one of the greens in regulation during the final round of the Rocket Classic on his way to securing his first PGA Tour victory. Thorbjornsen almost seemed to sneak up on those leading the way for the majority of the week at Detroit Golf Club.
"Michael Thorbjornsen admitted that he is desperately hoping that the PGA Tour finds a way to return to Detroit Golf Club after his victory at what is expected to be the final Rocket Classic. Thorbjornsen produced a stunning performance on Sunday in Michigan to win on the PGA Tour for the first time in his career.
"Michael Thorbjornsen won the final Rocket Classic in Detroit, as the title sponsor and Detroit Golf Club wait to see the future after 8 years.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 11:30 AMWhat Trevor Immelman thought was ‘special’ about Michael Thorbjornsen’s final round at the Rocket Classic
Trevor Immelman has suggested that he was so impressed by Michael Thorbjornsen hitting all but one of the greens in regulation during the final round of the Rocket Classic on his way to securing his first PGA Tour victory. Thorbjornsen almost seemed to sneak up on those leading the way for the majority of the week at Detroit Golf Club.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 9:30 AMMichael Thorbjornsen issues his verdict on the Rocket Classic being removed from the PGA Tour schedule after this season
Michael Thorbjornsen admitted that he is desperately hoping that the PGA Tour finds a way to return to Detroit Golf Club after his victory at what is expected to be the final Rocket Classic. Thorbjornsen produced a stunning performance on Sunday in Michigan to win on the PGA Tour for the first time in his career.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 9:10 AMGolf gods cry a bit, then smile on Michael Thorbjornsen in final Rocket Classic
Michael Thorbjornsen won the final Rocket Classic in Detroit, as the title sponsor and Detroit Golf Club wait to see the future after 8 years.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 2:04 AMBehind a ridiculous final nine, Michael Thorbjornsen wins Rocket Classic
Behind a ridiculous final nine that featured five birdies and no bogeys, Michael Thorbjornsen wins the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 11:48 PMRocket 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.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 9:55 PMMichael Thorbjornsen goes low in final round for win in final Rocket Classic
Here's what happened in another wild final round in the 2026 Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club in Detroit – the PGA Tour's final visit.
- Sky Sports—Thorbjornsen shoots 63 to win maiden PGA Tour title at Rocket Classic
Highlights from the final round of the Rocket Classic at the Detroit Golf Club in Michigan.
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