After staying in drought for the last four years, the 6-time PGA Tour champion, Rickie Fowler didn’t disappoint his fans at last. The 34-year-old had his last success at the Phoenix Open 2019. Since then he faced several hurdles in his golfing career. But in the Rocket Mortgage Classic 2023, the Florida-based golfer made a comeback with a first-playoff hole birdie.
Hence, he received a bag filled with warm greetings and compliments from his well-wishers. Even Justin Thomas watched Rickie’s game via his phone, and joined Smylie Kaufman, Sir Nick Faldo, and others in congratulating him over social media. To this, Fowler replied with a heartwarming present on social media!
Rickie Fowler responds to love from supporters
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After facing various difficulties along his path to success, Fowler finally got his groove back with the guidance of Butch Harmon. He led the US Open 2023 leaderboard until last Sunday, when he lost the plot at the last round. But again making a comeback at the Rocket Mortgage Classic 2023 marked a huge sign in the pathway to progress. And Fowler deeply believes that this was only possible with the support of his admirers.
The enormous positive fan reaction has gotten the player emotional. This resulted in him making an Instagram post with his daughter. In addition to the post, he wrote a caption acknowledging his team, family, and friends, where he said, “Some things are worth waiting for! Thank you to everyone that is a part of my team…family, friends, partners, and fans…we were all in this together! Thank you all for believing!”
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The post captivated the fans and they showcased their delight in the comments under his post:
“So happy for you man! No one deserved it more than you! 🙌”
“Our champion. King of motocross”
“THE GOLF WORLD REJOICES WITH YOU RICK 🔥🙌❤️”
“Congratulations big fella! Happy af for you gang! Truly love to see it! 🙏🏽”
“Legendary win for a true gentleman 🤝”
The 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic unfolds a magnificent game
Where there’s a will, there’s a way, and the 2023 Rocket Morgage Classic proved this correct. Fowler had a score of -5, -7, -8, and -4 in the four rounds respectively. After having -24 under on the leaderboard with his fellow players Collin Morikawa and Adam Hadwin, it was necessary to win the playoff round. Thus, the tie-breaker birdie was a much-needed shot.
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This final putt at the tournament regained the star player’s reputation and won him a prize money worth $1.58 million.
Watch This Story: Rickie Fowler makes a comeback after 4 years in the Rocket Mortgage Classic event
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Finally, with the Rocket Mortgage Classic trophy in his hands, Fowler redeemed himself in a well deserved and much awaited win. Not just him, but even his fans rejoiced in his triumph.
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