Rocket Classic 2025: Golf Show at Detroit Golf Club

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Basic Information:

  • Tournament: Rocket Classic 2025
  • Dates: Thursday, June 27 - Sunday, June 30, 2025
  • Venue: Detroit Golf Club, Detroit, Michigan
  • Prize money: $8.8 million
  • Course length: 7,370 yards (par 72)
  • Defending champion: Cam Davis (Australia)
  • TV broadcast: Golf Channel, NBC Sports

After players have gone through three Signature Events and two major tournaments in the last seven weeks, they can finally breathe easy on the classic parkland course at Detroit Golf Club. Rocket Classic 2025 brings an exciting battle for the title in the seventh edition of this prestigious tournament.

Following a demanding schedule that included several of the most prestigious tournaments on the PGA Tour, golfers are looking forward to a week in a more relaxed environment. Detroit Golf Club will offer players a chance to rest before the final push of the season.

Star-Studded Tournament Field

Although many elite players are taking a break after the demanding program of recent weeks, fans can look forward to several big names:

Collin Morikawa has become the main bookmaker favorite with odds of +1200. His precise iron play and strong putting make him an ideal candidate for victory at Detroit Golf Club.

Patrick Cantlay (+1400) arrives with consistent form and precise play that could suit the specific demands of the course.

Keegan Bradley (+1800) is the fresh winner of the Travelers Championship, and all PGA Tour attention is currently focused on his performances given the Ryder Cup discussions.

Other interesting names include Ben Griffin (+2200) with two wins this year and eight Top 10 finishes, Cameron Young (+2500) with a long drive perfect for Detroit, and Wyndham Clark (+3000) with strong tee-to-green play.

Defending Champion Davis in Form Crisis

Australian Cam Davis will seek to defend his title as the only two-time winner of this tournament. However, his form doesn't bode well - in six of his last seven PGA Tour starts, he finished tied 54th or worse.

Davis will attempt to rewrite history and become the first player to win the Rocket Classic in back-to-back years. This will require a radical improvement in his current form and overcoming many strong competitors.

"Detroit Golf Club just suits me. I know my current form isn't ideal, but as soon as I arrive in Motor City, I feel at home. I've already managed to win here twice and I believe I have a chance this year too," says Davis.

Detroit Golf Club Characteristics

Detroit Golf Club is a classic parkland course designed by legendary Donald Ross over 100 years ago. At under 7,400 yards, it's not extremely long by PGA Tour standards, but it has several specific characteristics:

Key Course Features

  • Wide fairways lined with trees, but not overly narrow
  • Moderate rough that isn't extremely punishing
  • Ross greens with shaved runoff areas
  • Gentle undulation of greens sloped back to front
  • Bentgrass/Poa Annua green surfaces

Past winners like Bryson DeChambeau, Tony Finau, and Cam Davis confirm that the course favors players with long drives. Without severe punishment for missing fairways, bombers can attack freely. From there, wedge play and putting become decisive.

Expert Analysis and Predictions

According to golf expert Brady Kannon, Detroit Golf Club is a course where the key to success is a combination of distance off the tee, precision in approach shots, and quality putting. Historically, winning scores here range between -18 and -26, indicating that players can attack birdies on virtually every hole.

Statistics for Success

Key statistics to focus on when predicting successful players:

  • Strokes Gained: Off the Tee
  • Driving Distance
  • Strokes Gained: Approach
  • Hole Proximity from 75-150 yards
  • Strokes Gained: Putting on Bent/Poa surfaces

Surprises and Dark Horse Candidates

According to the proprietary model by DFS professional Mike McClure, several surprises can be expected. The model predicts that Harry Hall with 30-1 odds could surprise and contend for the title. He's been in excellent form recently with Top 10 finishes in two of his last three PGA Tour starts.

Ben Griffin with two wins this year and consistent performances represents another interesting option for those seeking value.

Historical Context

After the tournament, Detroit Golf Club faces a restoration project to be ready for the 2026 edition. This might be the last chance to see this classic Ross course in its current form, adding another dimension to this year's edition.

Weekend Expectations

Rocket Classic 2025 represents an ideal opportunity for rest before the season's final push. Players will have the chance to enjoy golf on one of the most beautiful classic courses on the PGA Tour, while fans will see quality golf in a more relaxed atmosphere.

Will Detroit witness a historic moment with the first back-to-back winner, or will we see a new Rocket Classic champion? Four days of golf action in Motor City will provide the answer.

Thanks to PGA Tour for the data.

Photo: In Play! magazine

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