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Fitzpatrick Finishes the Job to Win Open De France
Matt Fitzpatrick shot a 1-under 70 and finished 20-under to beat Ángel Hidalgo by three strokes.
On Sunday, Matthew Fitzpatrick of England secured his fourth title of the year, winning the French Open at Golf National.
Entering the final round with a five-shot lead, Fitzpatrick maintained his advantage with a battling 1-under 70, finishing 20 under for the tournament.
Spaniard Angel Hidalgo finished second after shooting a 67, three strokes back, while Tom Vaillant and Norwegian Kristoffer Reitan tied for third.
This victory follows Fitzpatrick's successful 2026 campaign, which included titles at the Valspar Championship and RBC Heritage, alongside a Zurich Classic win with his brother, Alex.
"Delighted to get it over the line, it was definitely a battle today," the 32-year-old said after claiming his 11th career European Tour title.
Despite his highest card of the weekend, Matt Fitzpatrick won the Open de France, which made his return to Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines. Matthieu Pavon was able to climb up to third place, which he shares with his compatriot Tom Vaillant.
It is officially by Matt Fitzpatrick the French Open. The British, ahead of 5 shots at 18 holes from the end, ended with the total score of -20 (today he shot in -1) managing a particularly favorable situation to him. For Fitzpatrick it is the 3rd season title if you consider also the two events [...]