Michael Thorbjornsen claimed his first PGA Tour victory at the final Rocket Mortgage Classic on Sunday, finishing with a seven-under-par 63 in the fourth round to close at 18 under. The 24-year-old secured a two-shot win over Xander Schauffele at the Detroit event, which marked the eighth and concluding edition of the tournament.

Thorbjornsen’s final round featured a clutch 26-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole that sealed his triumph. He began the day three shots behind leader Davis Riley, who struggled early with four bogeys and ultimately finished third after a 70. Schauffele briefly took the lead with a 65 but could not match Thorbjornsen’s late surge.

The victory also guaranteed Thorbjornsen a spot in the FedEx Cup playoffs, as he moved up to 69th in the standings, ensuring his entry into the postseason, where the top 70 players advance following next week’s Wyndham Championship.

“Just to be in the playoff for the first time is very exciting,” Thorbjornsen said. “It’s great to be playing against the best players in the world.” He credited his success to maintaining a perfect pace and reading the greens well, noting a bogey-free round despite challenging weather conditions that included wind and earlier rain.

Born in Cleveland and raised in Massachusetts, Thorbjornsen attended Stanford University and entered the PGA Tour this year ranked No. 1 in the PGA Tour University rankings. He had previously won the 2018 U.S. Junior Amateur, highlighting his progression through the golfing ranks. “I think it’s one of the best programs in golf,” he said of the PGA Tour University, “It’s changed all of our lives.”

Rasmus Hojgaard shot a 68 to finish alone in fourth place at 14 under, while Hideki Matsuyama (64), Matt Wallace (67), and Kristoffer Ventura (68) tied for fifth at 13 under.

The Rocket Mortgage Classic was held for the final time as the PGA Tour prepares to implement a new structure in 2028, effectively splitting into two tiers. Rocket Mortgage, the Detroit-based title sponsor, declined to continue hosting the event under the new model, which is expected to require a higher financial commitment estimated at $15 million annually. Tournament director Mark Hollis acknowledged ongoing discussions about potentially bringing professional golf back to Michigan in the future, emphasizing the state’s value as a host region.

Sunday’s final round drew strong attendance, with the tournament field regarded as the strongest in its history. Thorbjornsen’s victory capped a season that saw eight first-time winners on the PGA Tour, following Jackson Koivu’s recent success at the 3M Open.