Michael Thorbjornsen secured his first career PGA Tour victory by shooting a final-round 63 to finish at 18 under par at the Detroit Golf Club, according to tournament reports. Overcoming a four-shot deficit on Sunday, Thorbjornsen edged out two-time major winner Xander Schauffele by two strokes to claim the $1.8 million winner’s check and a spot in the upcoming PGA Tour playoffs.
Thorbjornsen’s Historic Sunday Surge in Detroit
Entering the final round four strokes behind the leaders, Thorbjornsen executed the largest final-round comeback in the history of the tournament, according to event records. He began his round with consecutive birdies on Nos. 1 and 2 before making the turn in 2-under 33. On the back nine, a crucial chip-in birdie on the long par-4 12th hole sparked a run that included back-to-back birdies on the 14th and 15th holes. He sealed the victory with a 26-foot birdie putt on the 18th green in front of a large gallery.
“I’d be lying if I said no,” Thorbjornsen said during his winner’s press conference when asked if the breakthrough win brought relief. “I mean, it kind got to the point a little bit of, is it ever going to happen.”
How the Contenders Finished at Detroit Golf Club
Xander Schauffele mounted a strong Sunday charge, briefly holding the solo lead before finishing at 16 under par in solo second place. Schauffele carded a 5-under 65, which included a birdie on the 18th hole. Davis Riley, who held the 54-hole lead, struggled early with a disastrous driving display that included three bogeys in his first six holes. Riley recovered on the back nine to finish in solo third at 15 under par after a par-70 round. Rasjmus Hojgaard placed fourth at 14 under par, following his course record-tying 61 earlier in the week.
“The start to today kind of put me behind the 8-ball early, unfortunately,” Riley said. “Tried to claw my way back the best I could.”
The End of an Era for the Detroit Golf Club Event
Tournament director Mark Hollis noted strong fan turnouts for the final playing of the tournament at the historic venue. Thorbjornsen joins a short list of players who made this specific event their first PGA Tour victory, alongside Nate Lashley in 2019, Cam Davis in 2021, and Aldrich Potgieter in 2025. Because the event is concluding its run, Thorbjornsen will not have the opportunity to defend his title.
“Obviously, you want to be able to come back to a course that you won at,” Thorbjornsen said. “I’m crossing my fingers, hoping that we kind of do find an event here at some point.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the final tournament at Detroit Golf Club?
Michael Thorbjornsen won the final event with a score of 18 under par, securing a two-stroke victory over Xander Schauffele.
What was the winning prize for the champion?
Thorbjornsen earned a winner’s check of $1.8 million and secured his entry into the upcoming PGA Tour playoffs.
Which players finished in the top five?
Michael Thorbjornsen finished first (18 under), Xander Schauffele placed second (16 under), Davis Riley took third (15 under), and Rasjmus Hojgaard finished fourth (14 under).
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