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Michael Thorbjornsen withdraws from Wyndham after Rocket Classic win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 2:28 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Michael Thorbjornsen withdraws from Wyndham after Rocket Classic win
Summary

Michael Thorbjornsen withdrew from the Wyndham Championship shortly after winning the Rocket Classic in Detroit. The 24-year-old Stanford alum shot a career-low 63 in the final round to secure his first PGA Tour victory, moving up to No. 31 in the FedEx Cup standings. His withdrawal allows Justin Lower, the first alternate, to enter the tournament. Thorbjornsen's decision comes as he seeks to celebrate his success and prepare for the FedEx Cup playoffs.

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  • •Thorbjornsen won the Rocket Classic with a final-round 63.
  • •He moved from No. 69 to No. 31 in the FedEx Cup standings.
  • •His withdrawal benefits first alternate Justin Lower.
  • •Thorbjornsen aims to prepare for the FedEx Cup playoffs.
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  • 2:28 AMYahoo Sports — Michael Thorbjornsen withdraws from Wyndham after first PGA Tour win
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After his first PGA Tour win at the Rocket Classic, Michael Thorbjornsen has withdrawn from the Wyndham Championship.

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