Matt Fitzpatrick clinched victory at the 2026 FedEx Open de France, securing his fourth title of the season – a statement performance audible all the way to Le Golf National. On Saturday, the Briton fired a 6-under 65, extending his lead over Frenchman Tom Vaillant to a commanding five strokes. At 19-under-par after 54 holes, it was clear an undisputed champion was in control.
What a sensational Saturday round, featuring seven birdies and just a single bogey on the scorecard – notably, his first error all week. This three-round total was not only incredibly strong but also tied Seve Ballesteros' 1985 record for the lowest score under par. For Fitzpatrick, it was already the eleventh DP World Tour title of his career.
The Dominance of Four
This victory is no accident, but the logical consequence of a phenomenal year. Before the FedEx Open de France, Matt Fitzpatrick had already triumphed in 2026 at the Valspar Championship, the RBC Heritage, and the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. His consistency on the greens is remarkable and puts immense pressure on the competition. The 637,500 US dollar prize money was almost secondary, serving as another exclamation point in his quest for golf's top prize.
A 2026 for the History Books
For many golfers, such a season is a dream; Fitzpatrick makes it seem normal. The final round indeed turned into a 'battle,' as he himself admitted, but ultimately, he had all the answers. He delivered when it mattered most, proving his game performs under pressure. This is the kind of performance we expect from a top golfer, making him an absolute heavyweight on tour.
"Obviously delighted to get it over the line, it was definitely a battle today. "Didn't have my best stuff for the first 12 holes, and then managed to find some of my best stuff. "Obviously a lot of patience, golf's a game of multiple skills and I used them all in the end this
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