Matt Fitzpatrick capped off an extraordinary season with a fourth global triumph, edging out the competition by three strokes at the FedEx Open de France held at Le Golf National. Entering the final round with a comfortable five‑stroke cushion, the world number four never looked back, carding a solid 70 that featured two birdies and a single bogey, and thereby securing his eleventh DP World Tour title.
Finishing the tournament at 20 under par, Fitzpatrick stayed well ahead of his nearest rival, Angel Hidalgo, who posted a commendable final‑round 67 after birdieing three of his last five holes. Eugenio Chacarra also remained in contention, sharing third place five shots behind the leader. Chacarra’s strong performance, coupled with a steady play from Tom Vaillant, Matthieu Pavon and Ryder Cup hopeful Kristoffer Reitan—all sitting at 15 under—tightened the race for the top spots in the Race to Dubai standings.
This win adds to Fitzpatrick’s impressive résumé for the year, which already includes victories at the Valspar Championship, the RBC Heritage, and the Zurich Classic of New Orleans on the PGA Tour. His latest triumph marks his first DP World Tour victory since the season‑ending DP World Tour Championship in November, underscoring his ability to compete and win across both sides of the Atlantic. The tournament’s narrative unfolded dramatically on the final day.
Chacarra, playing ahead of the leader, narrowed the gap early by birdieing three of his first four holes and adding another birdie from 12 feet on the par‑four sixth. A three‑putt bogey on the eighth was quickly offset by a birdie on the following par‑five, bringing him within two strokes of Fitzpatrick after the Englishman made par on every hole on his front nine.
Meanwhile, Reitan surged into contention, racing to the turn in 33 and birdieing the par‑five 14th to get within three shots of the leader. However, his momentum stalled as he dropped bogeys on two of the next three holes, allowing Fitzpatrick to maintain his advantage. Chacarra’s bid for the title encountered a critical setback when an errant tee shot on the 13th forced him to take a drop, and his third shot found water. The Spaniard was compelled to scramble for a double‑bogey, effectively ending his challenge.
Fitzpatrick, sensing the opportunity, responded with precision. He launched an approach on the 13th that landed in the kick‑in range and then holed a 20‑foot putt on the 15th, adding two crucial birdies that pushed his total to 21 under and extended his lead to five strokes. The final two holes were a study in composure.
Fitzpatrick made stress‑free pars on the 16th and 17th, preserving his dominance as he approached the par‑four 18th. A missed up‑and‑down left him with a bogey, but the score was sufficient to seal the victory. Reflecting on his performance, Fitzpatrick said, "Obviously delighted to get over the line. It was definitely a battle today.
I didn’t have my best stuff for the first 12 holes and then managed to find some of my best stuff. Golf is a game of multiple skills and I used them all in the end this week.
Just coming down the stretch, getting the shots I did and making the putts I did was special." Hidalgo’s runner‑up finish also carried significant implications, as it qualified him for next summer’s Open at St Andrews via the Open Qualifying Series. Fitzpatrick, already exempt, will join him among the elite field. Tom Vaillant vaulted into a tie for third after sinking a 20‑foot birdie putt on the final hole.
Other notable performances included first‑round leader Michael Kim, who finished tied for seventh alongside Guido Migliozzi and Brandon Stone. Ludvig Åberg climbed into a tie for 11th after delivering a five‑under 66 on the final day.
Looking ahead, the DP World Tour shifts to Scotland for the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, a unique event played across Carnoustie, Kingsbarns Golf Links, and the historic Old Course at St Andrews, where defending champion Robert MacIntyre will seek to retain his title. Fans can follow live coverage beginning Thursday at midday on Sky Sports Golf, with streaming options available on NOW for those who prefer a contract‑free experience.
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