Career Timeline of Matt Fitzpatrick: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Matt Fitzpatrick, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Matt Fitzpatrick is a highly accomplished English professional golfer. He achieved early success by winning the 2013 U.S. Amateur. His professional career highlights include winning the 2015 British Masters, marking his first professional tournament victory. A major milestone was achieved in 2022 when he secured his first major championship title at the U.S. Open. In 2023, Fitzpatrick further solidified his PGA Tour presence by winning the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links, demonstrating his consistent performance and competitive edge.

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2012: Boys Amateur Championship win

In 2012, Fitzpatrick won the Boys Amateur Championship at Notts Golf Club (Hollinwell).

September 2013: Enrolled at Northwestern University

In September 2013, Matt Fitzpatrick enrolled at Northwestern University to play college golf with the Northwestern Wildcats.

September 2013: Walker Cup Participation

In September 2013, Matt Fitzpatrick played in the Walker Cup.

2013: U.S. Amateur Win

In 2013, Matt Fitzpatrick won the U.S. Amateur at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts, the same venue where he won the U.S. Open in 2022.

January 2014: Left Northwestern University

In January 2014, Matt Fitzpatrick left Northwestern University after one quarter to pursue a full-time amateur golf career.

November 2014: Qualified for European Tour

In November 2014, Matt Fitzpatrick finished in 11th place at the European Tour Qualifying School, qualifying for the 2015 European Tour.

2014: Masters Tournament Invitation

In 2014, Matt Fitzpatrick earned invitations to the Masters Tournament, U.S. Open, and Open Championship provided he remained an amateur, due to his U.S. Amateur win in 2013.

2014: Turned Professional Golfer

In 2014, Matt Fitzpatrick turned professional after the U.S. Open, forfeiting his exemption to the Open Championship. His professional debut was at the Irish Open.

July 2015: Second Place at Omega European Masters

In July 2015, Matt Fitzpatrick secured second place at the Omega European Masters, earning a prize of €300,000.

October 2015: British Masters Victory

In October 2015, Matt Fitzpatrick achieved his maiden victory at the British Masters at Woburn, earning a first prize of £500,000 (€671,550) and entering the world top 100.

2015: Obtained Ryder Cup Selection

Due to his results on the 2015 and 2016 seasons of the European Tour Matt Fitzpatrick obtained an automatic selection for the 2016 Ryder Cup.

2015: First Professional Tournament Win

In 2015, Matt Fitzpatrick won his first professional tournament at the British Masters.

2015: Qualified for European Tour

Matt Fitzpatrick qualified for the 2015 European Tour after finishing in 11th place at the European Tour Qualifying School in November 2014.

April 2016: Competed at the Masters Tournament

In April 2016, Matt Fitzpatrick competed at the 2016 Masters Tournament, finishing tied for 7th place.

November 2016: DP World Tour Championship Victory

In November 2016, Matt Fitzpatrick won the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, securing the third win of his career.

September 2017: Omega European Masters Win

In September 2017, Matt Fitzpatrick won the Omega European Masters in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, via a playoff victory over Scott Hend.

September 2018: Defended European Masters Title

In September 2018, Matt Fitzpatrick successfully defended his European Masters title in a playoff over Lucas Bjerregaard.

December 2020: Second DP World Tour Championship Win

In December 2020, Matt Fitzpatrick won his second DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, also marking his first Rolex Series title, beating Lee Westwood by one shot.

September 2021: Ryder Cup Participation and Estrella Damm Win

In September 2021, Matt Fitzpatrick played on the European team in the 2021 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits. Three weeks later, Fitzpatrick won the Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucía Masters at Real Club Valderrama.

June 2022: U.S. Open Victory

In June 2022, Matt Fitzpatrick won his first major championship at the U.S. Open, with a one-shot victory at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts, the same venue where he won the U.S. Amateur in 2013. He joined Jack Nicklaus as the second male golfer to win a U.S Open and a U.S. Amateur title at the same venue.

2022: U.S. Open Victory

In 2022, Matt Fitzpatrick won his first major championship at the U.S. Open.

February 2023: Appeared in Full Swing

In February 2023, Matt Fitzpatrick appeared in the sports documentary series "Full Swing", which premiered on Netflix on 15 February 2023.

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April 2023: RBC Heritage Victory

In April 2023, Matt Fitzpatrick won the RBC Heritage, defeating Jordan Spieth in a playoff on the third playoff hole.

September 2023: Ryder Cup Participation

In September 2023, Matt Fitzpatrick played on the European team in the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Guidonia, Rome, Italy. The European team won.

October 2023: Alfred Dunhill Links Championship Win

In October 2023, Matt Fitzpatrick won the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship with a final round 66 on the Old Course at St. Andrews. He also won the pro-am component of the event with his mother Susan as his partner.