American golfer Michael Thorbjornsen secured his first PGA Tour title with a dramatic 26-foot birdie putt on the final hole, carding a seven-under 63 to finish 18 under and two shots clear of the field at the concluding Rocket Classic on Sunday. Thorbjornsen, 24, began the final round three strokes behind leader Davis Riley but capitalized on Riley's rough start to surge into the lead with his third birdie in a six-hole stretch.
He sealed the win with a clutch, curling putt, saying 'Perfect pace, perfect read.' This victory marks Thorbjornsen's first PGA Tour win and the eighth first-time win this season. Xander Schauffele briefly led during the final round and finished second, while Riley was another stroke back in third. The tournament drew its strongest field and biggest crowds for its eighth and final edition, as the PGA Tour is set to adopt a new model for 2028.