Rickie Fowler ended a four-year winless drought in dramatic fashion on Sunday, birdieing the first playoff hole to defeat Collin Morikawa and Adam Hadwin and claim the Rocket Mortgage Classic.
Fowler had been struggling for much of the past few years, but he showed signs of a turnaround in recent weeks. He finished tied for second at the Memorial Tournament and tied for third at the Travelers Championship.
However, Fowler's win at the Rocket Mortgage Classic was his most impressive performance in years. He played a consistent round of golf on Sunday, shooting a 67 to finish at 17-under-par. He made some clutch putts down the stretch, including a birdie on the 18th hole to force the playoff.
In the playoff, Fowler and Morikawa both birdied the first hole to extend the match. On the second playoff hole, Fowler hit a perfect drive and two-putted for birdie to secure the victory.
Fowler's win at the Rocket Mortgage Classic is a major boost for his confidence. He is now back in the top 50 in the world rankings, and he will be looking to build on this momentum in the coming weeks.
The Key to Fowler's Win
Fowler's win at the Rocket Mortgage Classic was a result of his improved putting. He ranked second in the field in strokes gained putting, and he made some clutch putts down the stretch to secure the victory.
Fowler also made some key birdies on the back nine on Sunday. He birdied the 12th, 13th, and 15th holes to take the lead, and he then birdied the first playoff hole to seal the victory.
The Future for Fowler
Fowler's win at the Rocket Mortgage Classic is a sign that he is back on track. He has the talent to be one of the best golfers in the world, and he will be looking to build on this momentum in the coming weeks.
Fowler is scheduled to play in the upcoming Open Championship, and he will be looking to contend for his first major championship. He is also scheduled to play in the FedExCup playoffs, and he will be looking to make a run at the FedExCup championship.
Conclusion
Rickie Fowler's win at the Rocket Mortgage Classic was a major boost for his confidence. He is now back in the top 50 in the world rankings, and he will be looking to build on this momentum in the coming weeks. Fowler is a talented golfer, and he has the potential to be one of the best golfers in the world. He will be looking to make a major run in the upcoming months and years.