The PGA Tour rolls into Detroit Golf Club from June 26–29, 2025, for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, one of the summer’s most exciting birdie-fests. With a field stacked with rising stars and seasoned champions, this year’s edition promises low scores, dramatic finishes, and major implications for the FedEx Cup Playoffs.
Tournament Overview
Event: 2025 Rocket Mortgage Classic (Rocket Classic)
Dates: June 26–29, 2025
Location: Detroit Golf Club, Detroit, Michigan
Course: Par 72 7,370 yards Donald Ross design
Purse: $9.6 million
FedEx Cup Points: 500 to the winner
Defending Champion: Cam Davis
Featured Players to Watch
Collin Morikawa (+1200)
The two-time major winner is the top-ranked player in the field and enters as the betting favorite. His elite ball-striking and recent top finishes at the U.S. Open and Memorial make him a prime contender.
Keegan Bradley (+1600)
Fresh off a win at the Travelers Championship, Bradley is in red-hot form. His confidence and experience could carry him deep into Sunday contention.
Patrick Cantlay (+1800)
A model of consistency, Cantlay’s tee-to-green game is tailor-made for Detroit’s generous fairways and receptive greens.
Ben Griffin (+2200)
With three top-10s in his last six starts, Griffin is trending upward. He ranks top-25 in strokes gained: approach—key for success at Detroit GC.
Cameron Young (+2800)
Still chasing his first PGA Tour win, Young’s power game and aggressive style could finally pay off on a course that rewards bold play.
Dark Horse Picks
Akshay Bhatia (+4000): Explosive scorer with upside on shorter setups.
Chris Gotterup (+5000): Top-10 in driving distance, ideal for attacking par-5s.
Luke Clanton (+3500): The Florida State standout is turning heads with poise beyond his years.
Key Stats for Success at Detroit Golf Club
Strokes Gained: Approach – Precision iron play is critical.
Birdie Average – Expect a winning score near -20 or better.
Driving Distance – Wide fairways favor bombers who can capitalize on short irons.
Top 20 Finish Bets: Look for value in players like Emiliano Grillo (+8000) and Harry Hall (+3300), who thrive on soft greens and have recent top-10s.
First-Round Leader: Consider streaky scorers like Si Woo Kim or Max Greyserman.
Outright Winner: Morikawa is due, but don’t sleep on a breakout from Griffin or Young.
How to Watch
TV Coverage: CBS and Golf Channel
Streaming: PGA Tour Live on ESPN+
