2026 Rocket Classic Overview
The 2026 Rocket Classic, a regular-season PGA TOUR event, will be held July 30 through August 2 at the Detroit Golf Club in Michigan. In the United States, coverage will air on Golf Channel and CBS, with online streaming available through ESPN+ and Paramount+.
According to the official PGA TOUR schedule, the tournament is the second-to-last event of the FedExCup regular season. The purse is $10 million, with the winner receiving $1.8 million and 500 FedExCup points.
Tournament Schedule and Venue
2026 Rocket Classic Round Schedule
- Round 1: Thursday, July 30
- Round 2: Friday, July 31
- Round 3: Saturday, August 1
- Final round: Sunday, August 2
The tournament will be played at Detroit Golf Club, which will measure 7,328 yards and play to a par of 70 in 2026. According to the PGA TOUR preview, the course will welcome players with a new layout following roughly $16 million in renovations.
The next PGA TOUR regular-season event after the Rocket Classic is the Wyndham Championship, scheduled for August 6–9. That makes the Detroit tournament especially important for players near the FedExCup Playoffs cutline.
How to Watch the 2026 Rocket Classic
U.S. TV Coverage Schedule
- Thursday, July 30: Golf Channel, 3–6 p.m. ET
- Friday, July 31: Golf Channel, 3–6 p.m. ET
- Saturday, August 1: Golf Channel, 1–3 p.m.; CBS, 3–6 p.m. ET
- Sunday, August 2: Golf Channel, 1–3 p.m.; CBS, 3–6 p.m. ET
In Korea Standard Time, weekday Golf Channel coverage runs from 4 to 7 a.m. the following day. On the weekend, Golf Channel coverage is scheduled for 2–4 a.m. the following day, followed by CBS coverage from 4 to 7 a.m.
Online Streaming Schedule
PGA TOUR LIVE will be available on ESPN+. Coverage of the first and second rounds can be streamed from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, while the third and final rounds will be available from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.
ESPN+ offers a choice of the main feed, featured groups and coverage of select holes. CBS’s weekend broadcast will also stream simultaneously on Paramount+, though subscription requirements and availability may vary by location.
Players to Watch and Key Storylines
The field released by tournament organizers and the PGA TOUR includes Cameron Young, Xander Schauffele, Jordan Spieth, Patrick Cantlay, Hideki Matsuyama, Wyndham Clark and Rickie Fowler. Aldrich Potgieter, the 2025 champion, will also return to defend his title.
The most closely watched young player is 21-year-old Jackson Koivun. Koivun earned his first PGA TOUR victory at the 3M Open, which concluded July 26, in just his third start as a professional.
Koivun finished the 3M Open at 25 under par with a 259 total, setting the tournament’s scoring record and beating Scottie Scheffler by three strokes. The win also moved him up to 70th in the FedExCup standings, the cutoff position for playoff qualification.
The changes to the renovated Detroit Golf Club will be another central storyline. How quickly players adapt to the new greens and bunker placements could have a direct impact on both the title race and the FedExCup standings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is the 2026 Rocket Classic?
The tournament will be held over four days, from July 30 through August 2, 2026.
Where is the Rocket Classic being held?
It will take place at Detroit Golf Club in Detroit, Michigan.
How can I watch the Rocket Classic in the United States?
TV coverage will be available on Golf Channel and CBS. Online, viewers can use ESPN+, which carries PGA TOUR LIVE, and Paramount+, which simulcasts CBS coverage.
What are the main broadcast times in Korea Standard Time?
Weekday Golf Channel coverage runs from 4 to 7 a.m. the following day. Weekend CBS coverage is also scheduled for 4 to 7 a.m. the following day in Korea Standard Time.
What is the purse for the 2026 Rocket Classic?
The total purse is $10 million, and the winner will receive $1.8 million. The champion will also earn 500 FedExCup points.
Which players should I watch in this tournament?
Cameron Young, Xander Schauffele and Jordan Spieth are among the players to watch, along with Jackson Koivun, who earned his first victory at the recent 3M Open.
