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Fitzpatrick Brothers Make PGA Tour History at Zurich Classic

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Matt Fitzpatrick, world No.3, edged his younger brother Alex in a tense finish at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. The duo birdied the 18th to win by one stroke, making them the first siblings to claim a PGA Tour title. The victory grants Alex a two‑year exemption through 2028 and spots in the 2026 PGA Championship and 2027 Players.

Earlier in the week, the Fitzpatricks posted a tournament‑record four‑ball score of 57, setting a springboard for the final round. Their lead faltered after a double‑bogey on 12 and a bogey on 14, but Matt’s clutch par putt on 15 steadied the charge. Alex’s bunker mishap on 18 left Matt’s chip to two feet the decisive edge for the victory.

With this win, Matt becomes the first Englishman to secure three PGA Tour victories in a single season, topping the 2026 FedExCup standings. Alex’s new exemption and major entries boost his career trajectory, while the brothers’ historic triumph underscores the rarity of sibling success on the Tour. The result reshapes the leaderboard and sets a high bar for team events.