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Potgieter Surges to Two-Stroke Lead at Rocket Classic

After a flawless 7-under 65, 20-year-old Aldrich Potgieter stands at 19-under with a two-shot edge before tomorrow’s final round.

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 07: Philip Knowles of the United States plays his shot from the 14th tee during the second round of the Puerto Rico Open 2025 at Grand Reserve Golf Club on March 07, 2025 in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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Aldrich Potgieter of South Africa grabbed the lead after the third round of the US PGA Tour Rocket Classic

Overview

  • Potgieter fired a bogey-free 65 featuring five consecutive birdies to move to 19-under after 54 holes at Detroit Golf Club.
  • Max Greyserman, Chris Kirk, Andrew Putnam, Jake Knapp and Mark Hubbard share second place at 17-under as they vie for the title in the final round.
  • Jake Knapp’s second-round 61 reset the Detroit course record and highlighted the receptive conditions that have produced exceptionally low scores this week.
  • Philip Knowles remains in contention on his medical exemption after chipping in for three eagles during an eight-under 64 in the second round.
  • Sunday’s finale carries major consequences for FedEx Cup standings, Ryder Cup selection and the pursuit of career-first PGA Tour victories.