The 2024 Rocket Mortgage Classic is shaping up to be an exciting event for Detroit golf fans, with 151 spots already claimed in the field. Among the players set to compete are 10 of the top 50 golfers in the World Golf Rankings, seven major winners, three previous Rocket Mortgage Classic champions, and two up-and-coming young players.
The tournament will take place at Detroit Golf Club from June 25-30, with top-ranked golfers like Cameron Young, Tom Kim, Chris Kirk, and defending champion Rickie Fowler set to tee off in the first round. Fowler, ranked No. 49 in the world, will be looking to defend his title after an impressive three-way playoff victory last year. Young also made history by shooting a 59 or better at the Travelers Championship.
Returning to Detroit to compete are previous Rocket Mortgage Classic winners Cam Davis and Nate Lashley. Davis won in a playoff in 2021, while Lashley led wire-to-wire as the third alternate in 2019. The field will also feature major winners like Stewart Cink, Jason Dufner, Zach Johnson, Francesco Molinari, Webb Simpson, Jimmy Walker, and Gary Woodland.
Adding to the excitement of the tournament are two players making their PGA Tour debuts. Fifteen-year-old Miles Russell, who finished 20th at the LECOM Suncoast Classic, will be playing on a sponsor’s exemption. Neal Shipley, the 2023 U.S. Amateur runner-up, turned pro this week and will also be making his debut after finishing as the low amateur at the Masters and U.S. Open this year.
The final five spots in the field will be determined through Sunday and Monday qualifiers, including spots available through the John Shippen National Golf Invitational. The tournament will feature a range of talented players, from seasoned veterans like Stewart Cink and Rickie Fowler to young up-and-comers like Miles Russell and Neal Shipley.
The full field for the 2024 Rocket Mortgage Classic includes a diverse group of golfers, including Anders Albertson, Aaron Baddeley, Daniel Berger, Ryan Brehm, Cameron Champ, Luke Donald, and many more. The tournament promises to be a showcase of talent and competition, with players vying for the prestigious title and the chance to make their mark on the PGA Tour. Detroit golf fans can look forward to an exciting week of top-notch golf action at Detroit Golf Club.
