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Rickie Fowler struggles on back nine at Rocket Classic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Rickie Fowler struggles on back nine at Rocket Classic

Summary

Rickie Fowler had a challenging finish during his second round at the Rocket Classic on August 1, 2026. After taking the solo lead on the 10th hole, Fowler dropped two strokes over his final eight holes. Despite this setback, he remains just one stroke behind the leaders heading into the weekend. Fowler expressed disappointment over his performance on the back nine, attributing it to a few mistakes, including a three-putt and misplays off the tee. He ended the round on a positive note with a birdie on 18, emphasizing confidence in his execution moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Fowler played his final eight holes in two-over par.
•He took the solo lead after the 10th hole.
•Fowler ended his round with a birdie on 18.
•He is one stroke behind the leaders going into the weekend.
•Fowler is focusing on proper execution for the next round.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Rickie Fowler reacts to losing the lead at the Rocket Classic after a poor back nine on Friday

What they're saying

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Rickie Fowler has played some really impressive golf so far this week at the Rocket Classic. However, Fowler would have been disappointed to play his final eight holes in two-over par, after he took the solo lead on the 10th hole of his second round.
— Yahoo Sports

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