Zurich Classic: Brothers Alex and Matt Fitzpatrick make history by winning PGA Tour pairs event
BBC • • sports
Key Points:
- Alex and Matt Fitzpatrick became the first brothers to win a PGA Tour event by claiming victory at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans pairs tournament.
- The English siblings started the final round with a four-shot lead after setting a tournament record score on Saturday but faced challenges, including a double bogey on the 12th hole and a bogey on the 14th.
- Their lead was threatened as Norwegian and American pairs caught up, resulting in a three-way tie at 30 under par with two teams in the clubhouse heading into the final hole.
- Matt Fitzpatrick executed a crucial bunker shot on the last hole, setting up Alex for a straightforward birdie putt to secure the historic win at TPC Louisiana.
- Alex expressed disbelief and joy, highlighting the significance of the achievement and the support of their family.
