Potgieter wins Rocket Classic on 5th playoff hole, outlasting Greyserman and Kirk
Aldrich Potgieter made an 18-foot putt for birdie on the fifth playoff hole, outlasting Max Greyserman to win the Rocket Classic on Sunday.
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Aldrich Potgieter made an 18-foot putt for birdie on the fifth playoff hole, outlasting Max Greyserman to win the Rocket Classic on Sunday.
Aldrich Potgieter had five straight birdies to surge into the third-round lead and finished with a 7-under 65 on Saturday for a two-shot edge.
The 2025 Rocket Classic takes over the historic Detroit Golf Club June 26-29. CBS Detroit's Jeff Lesson is previewing the course all week, continuing with hole No. 14. Brought to you by Crest Lincoln.
The 2025 Rocket Classic takes over the historic Detroit Golf Club June 26-29. CBS Detroit's Jeff Lesson is previewing the course all week, continuing with hole No. 15. Brought to you by Crest Lincoln.
The 2025 Rocket Classic takes over the historic Detroit Golf Club June 26-29. CBS Detroit's Jeff Lesson is previewing the course all week, continuing with hole No. 16. Brought to you by Crest Lincoln.
Rocket Classic is not only about golf but also about making a difference in the community. The "Changing the Course" initiative is making huge strides in closing the digital divide in Detroit.
With the winner of the Rocket Classic comes a trophy, and Laura Bade, a graphic design lead from Rossetti, discusses the process behind creating this year's trophy.
When the Rocket Classic tees off at the Detroit Golf Club in 2026, the course may be unrecognizable after a restoration project.
The 2025 Rocket Classic teed off Thursday at the Detroit Golf Club. Sam Hays, Director of Golf at the Detroit Golf Club, previews the course.
Rocket Classic is saluting service members by asking guests to wear red, white and blue on Friday, as the tournament celebrates its partnership with Folds of Honor. Folds of Honor has provided millions of dollars in scholarships to the families of fallen or disabled service members.
Colin John, vice president of culinary at Forte Belanger, discusses the unique food and beverage options at the 2025 Rocket Classic
Bill Emerson, president of Rocket Companies and the Rocket Giving Fund, shares more about how the 2025 Rocket Classic at the Detroit Golf Club is giving back.
Many of the PGA's top golfers are already in Detroit for Wednesday's Pro Am ahead of the 2025 Rocket Classic.
There are seven Michiganders in the 2025 Rocket Classic, but one person, Detroit native Joe Hooks, is making his PGA Tour debut.
The 2025 Rocket Classic takes over the historic Detroit Golf Club June 26-29. CBS Detroit's Jeff Lesson is previewing the course all week, continuing with hole No. 4. Brought to you by Crest Lincoln.
Free Community Day events marked the kickoff of the annual Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club.
Plans are in place for - although with a rain delay - for the Rocket Classic Community Day. Cam Davis won last year's classic at Detroit Golf Club.
The 2025 Rocket Classic takes over the historic Detroit Golf Club June 26-29. CBS Detroit's Jeff Lesson is previewing the course all week, beginning with hole No. 2. Brought to you by Crest Lincoln.
The 2025 Rocket Classic presented by AlumniFi is back, and they're excited to share why this tournament continues to have an impact beyond the Detroit Golf Club's footprint.
Rocket Mortgage Classic announced it will start later on Saturday due to possible rain showers in the morning.
Akshay Bhatia shot a 5-under 67 that included a free drop after his golf ball fell into a fairway drain at Detroit Golf Club.
If these walls could talk, they'd tell you a story that spans 125 years, back when this course only had six holes.
Golfer Nick Bienz, who went viral for qualifying for the Rocket Mortgage Classic after drinking three beers, joined CBS News Detroit to talk about competing in the tournament.
It's a big day at the Detroit Golf Club, not only because of the Rocket Mortgage Classic but also because of what it stands for.
Professional golfer Troy Merritt is gearing up for the Rocket Mortgage Classic this week with his son Dodge Merritt by his side. Dodge spoke with CBS News Detroit about his father being in the tournament.
President Trump delivered his 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday, laying out his accomplishments since the beginning of his second term.
A group of Michigan lawmakers is pushing against the distribution of kratom in the state with newly proposed legislation.
Residents in Pontiac, Michigan, had to evacuate after a "significant" water main break impacted the Carriage Place Apartments on Tuesday.
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
To celebrate the final days of Black History Month, the Detroit Medical Center will be showcasing musical and dance performances.
Residents in Pontiac, Michigan, had to evacuate after a "significant" water main break impacted the Carriage Place Apartments on Tuesday.
A group of Michigan lawmakers is pushing against the distribution of kratom in the state with newly proposed legislation.
President Trump delivered his 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday, laying out his accomplishments since the beginning of his second term.
The vote came after a heated moment between protesters and counter-protesters.
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
President Trump delivered his 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday, laying out his accomplishments since the beginning of his second term.
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
A college degree still provides an edge when it comes to finding a good job, but a person's major may be just as important to career stability, research suggests.
President Trump touted his work during his first year back in office, saying, "inflation is plummeting, incomes are rising fast, the roaring economy is roaring like never before."
A grand jury refused to return an indictment against the six Democratic lawmakers earlier this month.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
What started as food poisoning for a young boy in Clinton Township turned into years of organ failure.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
The Detroit Lions will play one of their 2026 regular-season games in Munich, the NFL has announced.
Victor Wembanyama had 21 points, 17 rebounds and six blocks, Devin Vassell scored 28 and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Detroit Pistons 114-103 in a potential NBA Finals preview.
WNBA player Kara Braxton, who won two championship titles with the Detroit Shock, has died.
The Milan Cortina Olympics ended Sunday with a closing ceremony inside the ancient Roman amphitheater, Verona Arena.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
To celebrate the final days of Black History Month, the Detroit Medical Center will be showcasing artistic performances.
President Trump defended his administration's economic and immigration policies in his State of the Union address.
A group of Michigan lawmakers is pushing against the distribution of kratom in the state with newly proposed legislation.
Residents in Pontiac, Michigan, had to evacuate after a "significant" water main break impacted the Carriage Place Apartments on Tuesday.
Cloudy and breezy conditions for Wednesday