Matt Fitzpatrick Critiques PGA Tour Crowd After RBC Heritage Win
Matt Fitzpatrick takes Ryder Cup swipe at PGA Tour crowd after RBC Heritage victory
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Matt Fitzpatrick, after winning the RBC Heritage title against world number one Scottie Scheffler, made a light-hearted jab at the pro-American crowd. Despite the patriotic chants, Fitzpatrick expressed his enjoyment of the atmosphere while highlighting Europe's recent Ryder Cup victory.
- 01Matt Fitzpatrick won his second RBC Heritage title, defeating Scottie Scheffler in a playoff.
- 02He commented on the pro-American crowd's chants during his victory, referencing their short memory of the Ryder Cup.
- 03Fitzpatrick's win marks him as the third Englishman to secure multiple PGA Tour titles in a season.
- 04He moved up to third in the world rankings, the highest of his career.
- 05Fitzpatrick expressed a desire to continue improving his game despite recent successes.
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Matt Fitzpatrick, a professional golfer from Sheffield, England, secured his second RBC Heritage title by defeating world number one Scottie Scheffler in a playoff. Fitzpatrick made a playful remark about the pro-American crowd, noting their patriotic chants while reminding them of Europe's Ryder Cup victory at Bethpage last October. He highlighted the excitement of competing in front of such crowds, stating, 'There's no better feeling than coming out on top against that.' Fitzpatrick's win at the RBC Heritage, where he sunk a crucial 12-foot birdie putt in the playoff, solidifies his position as one of the top players in golf, moving him to third in the world rankings, a career-high. He aims to continue improving his game, despite feeling in good form after winning multiple titles this season.
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Fitzpatrick's victory enhances his profile in the sport, potentially influencing sponsorship opportunities and inspiring local golf enthusiasts.
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