The PGA Tour’s 2025 Rocket Classic is making headlines as it enters the third round at the scenic Detroit Golf Club in Detroit, Michigan. Broadcasting of today’s action kicks off at 1 p.m. on the Golf Channel, with CBS taking over coverage at 3 p.m. For those looking to stream, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ will host live coverage starting bright and early at 7 a.m., with radio coverage also starting at 1 p.m.
This year’s tournament has been notable for the record low scores encountered, partially influenced by recent rain, which led to the cut line settling at 6 under par. Incredibly, this marks the highest number of players—86—advancing to the weekend since 2022.
Heading into Round 3, three players are tied at the top of the leaderboard at 14-under-par 130: Chris Kirk, Andrew Putnam, and Philip Knowles. Kirk, who has made significant strides in previous Rocket Classics, boasts four top-25 finishes in his five appearances in Detroit. On the other hand, Knowles, currently benefiting from a major medical extension, made waves by becoming the second player this season to score three eagles in a single round. Notably, Putnam leads the competition in Strokes Gained: Putting, showing remarkable prowess with 22 one-putts across 36 holes.
With big names like Collin Morikawa, Hideki Matsuyama, and Ben Griffin close behind at 11-under, the competition remains intense.
The third round’s tee times started early this morning, with the first players teeing off at 6:45 a.m., while the final group will begin their round at 2:05 p.m. Key groups to watch include established players like Keegan Bradley and rising talents like Min Woo Lee and Nico Echavarria.
The Rocket Classic, with a significant purse of $9.6 million, offers a winner’s share of $1.728 million, heightening the stakes for all participants.
For golf enthusiasts eager to catch the action, accessing coverage is straightforward: Golf Channel will air the tournament from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., after which CBS continues the broadcasting on multiple platforms.
As part of a community engagement effort, the tournament is offering students discounted tickets, promoting future generations’ involvement in golf.
With favorable weather in the forecast and exciting play expected, fans can look forward to an exhilarating day ahead at the Rocket Classic.