Knowles, Eagle-Fest & Power’s Setback
Philip Knowles’s astonishing 64, fueled by an eagle-fest on par-5s, has shaken up the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Knowles, Chris Kirk, and Andrew Putnam now led the pack at 14-under par, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend. Jake Knapp’s extraordinary 61, however, steals some of the spotlight as he charges up the leaderboard, while Seamus Power faces disappointment, missing the cut. News Directory 3 has the latest updates. The competition intensifies with each stroke as players battle for position on Sunday. Discover what’s next in Detroit, and who will ultimately claim victory.
Kirk, Knowles and Putnam share Rocket Mortgage Classic lead
updated June 28, 2025
DETROIT – Chris Kirk, Philip Knowles and Andrew Putnam ended the second round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic sharing the lead at 14-under par. Knowles, after five straight missed cuts, propelled himself into contention with a 64, thanks to three eagles on the par-5s at Detroit Golf club. Kirk matched him with a second-round 65, starting strong with three birdies.
Putnam carded a 66 in less favorable conditions to join the leading trio. Jackson Suber sits one stroke behind after a 65 that included five consecutive birdies.
Jake Knapp shot a bogey-free 61,featuring an eagle and nine birdies,placing him in a large group at 11-under.This group includes Harry hall, David Skinns, Kevin Roy, Hideki Matsuyama, and Collin Morikawa.Morikawa credited a putter change for his 64.
Aldrich Potgieter, who shared the overnight lead, posted a 70, leaving him at 12-under. He also lost his share of the course record, initially set with Roy.
Seamus Power, despite improving from his opening-round 73, finished at even par and missed the cut, which fell at six-under.
What’s next
The third round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic promises tight competition as players vie for position heading into Sunday’s final round. The leaders will look to maintain their momentum, while others aim to climb the leaderboard.