Heartbreak at Rocket Mortgage Classic: Akshay Bhatia Falls Short

Indian-American golfer Akshay Bhatia narrowly missed winning the Rocket Mortgage Classic, finishing tied for second place with a 17-under 271. A three-putt on the final hole cost him the title. Cam Davis won with an 18-under, completing his second success at the event.

Indian-American golfer Akshay Bhatia, who showed remarkable skill throughout the week, ultimately fell short at the Rocket Mortgage Classic, finishing tied for second place with a 17-under 271. His hopes were dashed when he three-putted on the 72nd hole, losing the title by just one shot.

Australian golfer Cam Davis, starting the final day just one shot behind overnight leaders Bhatia and Aaron Rai, bagged the championship with a steady 2-under 70, securing a birdie on the 17th and a par on the 18th to set the clubhouse target of 18-under.

Bhatia, who was playing in the final group, needed a birdie on the last hole to clinch the title or a par to force a playoff. Unfortunately, his putt from 32 feet fell short, resulting in a bogey, and he ended the day with a 72. Despite the setback, this was Bhatia's third top-10 finish of the season and a solid performance that solidified his growing reputation in professional golf.

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