Rocket Classic ends sponsorship after 2026 tournament, PGA Tour seeks replacement

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:17 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Rocket Classic ends sponsorship after 2026 tournament, PGA Tour seeks replacement
Summary

The PGA Tour announced that the Rocket Classic scheduled for next month will be the last under the mortgage company's sponsorship. Rocket, which has been the title sponsor since 2019, opted not to extend the partnership past this year, concluding a 13-year relationship. According to tournament director Mark Hollis, the event successfully raised over $10 million for local organizations and elevated Detroit's profile. The PGA Tour remains committed to the Detroit market and will look for a new sponsor ahead of the 2027 schedule, which is undergoing structural changes. Tour CEO Brian Rolapp anticipates progress on the future schedule following a board meeting on June 22.

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  • Rocket Classic will be the last sponsored by Rocket after 2026.
  • Rocket's sponsorship began in 2019 and lasted 13 years.
  • The event raised over $10 million for local charities.
  • PGA Tour is seeking a replacement sponsor for 2027.
  • Tour's future schedule is set for updates at a June 22 meeting.
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  • 7:17 PMYahoo SportsRocket Classic to end with 2026 tournament as sponsor declines extension
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The PGA Tour confirmed that next month’s Rocket Classic will be the last sponsored by the mortgage company.

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