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Riley Channels Eminem for Rocket Classic Lead
2 Aug
Summary
- Davis Riley leads Rocket Classic after a 63.
- He is one shot ahead entering the final round.
- Riley seeks first PGA Tour win since early 2026.
Davis Riley has taken a one-shot lead into the final round of the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club. Riley, a two-time PGA Tour winner, carded a 7-under 63 on Saturday to position himself for a potential victory.
Despite a challenging season marked by missed cuts, Riley expressed enthusiasm for playing in Detroit, even suggesting he might listen to Eminem for motivation. He is currently one stroke ahead of Michael Brennan and three strokes ahead of Rickie Fowler heading into Sunday's conclusion.
This tournament presents a significant opportunity for Riley, who last contended for a win at the Sony Open in Hawaii in early 2026, where he tied for sixth. Since then, he has struggled, missing 10 of 19 cuts and achieving no finishes better than a tie for 42nd.
A victory would not only mark Riley's first PGA Tour win since the start of 2026 but also award him a $1.8-million winner's check and secure his spot in the PGA Tour playoffs, which are scheduled to commence in two weeks.
