Matt Fitzpatrick capped off an extraordinary campaign with a commanding three‑stroke triumph at the FedEx Open de France, held at the renowned Le Golf National. The world No. 4 entered the final round with a comfortable five‑shot cushion and never looked back, posting a steady 70 that featured two birdies and a single bogey, thereby clinching his 11th DP World Tour title.
Finishing the tournament at 20 under par, Fitzpatrick left his nearest rival, Spain’s Angel Hidalgo, well in his wake. Hidalgo, who rallied late with three birdies over his last five holes, recorded a respectable 67 in the closing round, but it was insufficient to dent Fitzpatrick’s lead. A group of players, including Eugenio Chacarra, rounded out the top five, sharing third place five shots behind the Englishman.
Chacarra’s strong showing in France also had broader implications for the Race to Dubai standings. By posting a solid performance, he narrowed the gap to established stars Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy at the summit of the points race.
Fellow competitors Tom Vaillant, Matthieu Pavon and Ryder Cup hopeful Kristoffer Reitan were also perched at 15 under, underscoring the depth of talent on the DP World Tour this season. This victory adds to Fitzpatrick’s impressive résumé for the year. Prior to his French win, he had already secured three PGA Tour titles – the Valspar Championship, the RBC Heritage, and the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. The French triumph marks his first DP World Tour win since the season‑ending DP World Tour Championship in November, reinforcing his status as a versatile player capable of succeeding on both sides of the Atlantic.
The final day began with a dramatic shift when Chacarra, who was paired ahead of Fitzpatrick, narrowed the overnight margin. After three birdies in his first four holes, he added a fourth birdie on the par‑four sixth, sinking a 12‑foot putt.
Though Chacarra later made a three‑putt bogey on the eighth, he quickly recovered on the adjacent par‑five, pulling within two strokes of the leader as Fitzpatrick made par on every front‑nine hole. Reitan also surged into contention, racing to the turn in 33 and birdieing the par‑five 14th, which brought him within three of Fitzpatrick. However, his momentum stalled as he dropped bogeys on two of the next three holes, allowing the Englishman to re‑establish a comfortable lead.
Chacarra’s bid for the title was ultimately thwarted by a costly mistake on the 13th hole. An errant tee shot forced him to take a drop, and his third shot found water, resulting in a penalty that forced a double‑bogey after he managed to get up and down from the drop zone.
This setback effectively ended his challenge and left Fitzpatrick in full control. Seizing the moment, Fitzpatrick launched an aggressive approach on the 13th, landing the ball within kicking‑range distance. He then holed a 20‑foot putt on the 15th, securing another birdie that lifted him to 21 under par and a five‑stroke advantage.
Calm pars on the 16th and 17th kept the pressure off, and even though he missed a short birdie opportunity on the final hole, a modest bogey was enough to seal the win. Looking ahead, the DP World Tour will shift north to Scotland for the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, a unique event played over three historic venues – Carnoustie, Kingsbarns Golf Links, and the iconic Old Course at St Andrews.
Scottish native Robert MacIntyre will defend his title in what promises to be a compelling contest. For fans eager to follow the action, live coverage begins Thursday at midday on Sky Sports Golf. Viewers can also explore the latest Sky Sports offers or stream the tournament without a contract via NOW. Golf enthusiasts interested in playing the sport themselves can take advantage of competitive rates at more than 1,700 courses across the UK and Ireland.
By entering a city, course name, or postcode, golfers can discover nearby options and book a round at a price that fits their budget. Overall, Fitzpatrick’s performance in France not only adds another trophy to his growing collection but also underscores his consistency and poise under pressure. With multiple victories on both the PGA and DP World Tours this year, he has firmly established himself as one of the premier players of his generation, and his upcoming challenges in Scotland will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.