Rickie Fowler, after a four-year drought, emerged victorious at the Rocket Mortgage Classic in a thrilling three-way playoff against Collin Morikawa and Adam Hadwin. This win marked Fowler’s first title on the PGA Tour since the Waste Management Phoenix Open on February 3, 2019. Fowler, currently ranked 35th on the World Golf Ranking, showcased his recent good form by shooting a remarkable 24-under par at the Detroit Golf Club and finishing with a 4-under par 68 in the final round.
During the playoff, Fowler secured the victory with an 11-foot birdie on the first playoff hole, while Morikawa and Hadwin settled for pars. Fowler’s winning moment came after a stunning approach shot on his final hole, setting up a crucial birdie putt. Although Fowler had a streak of 10 consecutive pars from holes 8 to 17, he managed to clinch the title with an impressive performance overall.
Having held a share of the 54-hole lead at the U.S. Open Championship, Fowler experienced a setback in the final round, ultimately falling short of victory. However, his resilience and determination paid off at the Rocket Mortgage Classic.
This triumph marks Fowler’s sixth career victory on the PGA Tour and earns him a prize money of $1,584,000. The win is significant for Fowler, highlighting his return to the winner’s circle and his ability to compete at the highest level of professional golf.
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