History of Matt Fitzpatrick in Timeline

Matt Fitzpatrick is a highly accomplished English professional golfer. He gained early recognition by winning the 2013 U.S. Amateur. Turning professional, he secured his first victory at the 2015 British Masters. His career reached a new height in 2022 when he claimed his first major championship at the U.S. Open. In 2023, Fitzpatrick added to his PGA Tour accolades by winning the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the world of golf.

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September 1994: Matthew Fitzpatrick's Birth

On September 1994, Matthew Thomas Fitzpatrick was born as an English professional golfer.

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2012: Boys Amateur Championship Win

In 2012, Matt 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: Attended Tapton School

In 2013, Matt Fitzpatrick attended Tapton School where he sat A-levels.

2013: U.S. Amateur Win

In 2013, Matt Fitzpatrick won the U.S. Amateur tournament.

2013: U.S. Amateur Win at The Country Club

Matt Fitzpatrick won the U.S. Amateur in 2013 at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts, the same venue as his 2022 U.S. Open victory.

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 2015 European Tour

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

2014: Masters Tournament Invitation

In 2014, Matt Fitzpatrick received invitations to the Masters Tournament, U.S. Open, and Open Championship after winning the U.S. Amateur in 2013.

2014: Turned Professional

In 2014, Matt Fitzpatrick turned professional after the U.S. Open, forfeiting his exemption to the Open Championship.

July 2015: Second Place at Omega European Masters

In July 2015, Matt Fitzpatrick finished in second place at the Omega European Masters, earning €300,000.

October 2015: British Masters Win

In October 2015, Matt Fitzpatrick won the British Masters at Woburn, earning £500,000 (€671,550).

2015: First Professional Tournament Win

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

2015: Automatic selection for the 2016 Ryder Cup

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

2015: Qualified for European Tour

Matt Fitzpatrick qualified for the 2015 European Tour after the 2014 Qualifying School.

April 2016: Competed at the Masters Tournament

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

November 2016: DP World Tour Championship Win

In November 2016, Matt Fitzpatrick won the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, marking 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: European Masters Title Defense

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

2019: Alex Fitzpatrick played in the Walker Cup

In 2019, Alex Fitzpatrick, Matt Fitzpatrick's younger brother, played in the Walker Cup.

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.

September 2021: Played in the Ryder Cup

In September 2021, Matt Fitzpatrick played on the European team in the 2021 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wisconsin.

2021: Alex Fitzpatrick played in the Walker Cup

In 2021, Alex Fitzpatrick, Matt Fitzpatrick's younger brother, played in the Walker Cup.

June 2022: U.S. Open Victory

In June 2022, Matt Fitzpatrick won his first major championship at the U.S. Open at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts.

2022: Alex Fitzpatrick turned professional

In 2022, Alex Fitzpatrick, Matt Fitzpatrick's younger brother, turned professional.

2022: U.S. Open Win

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

February 2023: Appearance in "Full Swing" on Netflix

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

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April 2023: RBC Heritage Win

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

September 2023: Played in the Ryder Cup

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.

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.