History of Matt Fitzpatrick in Timeline
Matt Fitzpatrick is a highly accomplished English professional golfer. He achieved early success as the 2013 U.S. Amateur champion. Fitzpatrick transitioned to professional golf and secured his first victory at the 2015 British Masters. His career reached a significant milestone in 2022 when he claimed his first major championship at the U.S. Open. In 2023, he further solidified his standing on the PGA Tour by winning the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links, marking his second PGA Tour title.
5 hours ago : Matt Fitzpatrick seeks PGA redemption amidst putting woes and caddie drama.
Matt Fitzpatrick aims redemption at the PGA after a disappointing season marked by putting struggles. Caddie issues added drama. He expressed concerns about his performance and form going further in the season.
September 1994: Matthew Thomas Fitzpatrick Born
In September 1994, Matthew Thomas Fitzpatrick was born. He is an English professional golfer.
2012: Won 2012 Boys Amateur Championship
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 for the Northwestern Wildcats.
September 2013: Played in Walker Cup
In September 2013, Matt Fitzpatrick played in the Walker Cup, representing his team in this prestigious amateur golf event.
2013: Attended Tapton School, sat A-levels
In 2013, Matt Fitzpatrick attended Tapton School and sat A-levels.
2013: Won 2013 U.S. Amateur
In 2013, Matt Fitzpatrick won the U.S. Amateur tournament, marking an early triumph in his career.
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 European Tour Qualifying School, securing qualification for the 2015 European Tour.
2014: Invited to 2014 Masters Tournament, U.S. Open, and Open Championship
In 2014, Matt Fitzpatrick received invitations to the Masters Tournament, U.S. Open, and Open Championship due to his U.S. Amateur win in 2013, provided he remained an amateur.
2014: Turned professional after the 2014 U.S. Open
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 second at the Omega European Masters, earning a prize of €300,000.
October 2015: Won 2015 British Masters
In October 2015, Matt Fitzpatrick achieved his maiden victory by winning the British Masters at Woburn, earning a prize of £500,000 (€671,550) and entering the world top 100 for the first time.
2015: Obtained automatic selection for the 2016 Ryder Cup
Due to his results on the 2015 season of the European Tour, Matt Fitzpatrick obtained an automatic selection for the 2016 Ryder Cup.
2015: Qualified for 2015 European Tour
In 2015, Matt Fitzpatrick qualified for the European Tour.
2015: Won 2015 British Masters
In 2015, Matt Fitzpatrick secured his first professional tournament victory at the British Masters.
April 2016: Competed at 2016 Masters Tournament, Finished Tied for 7th
In April 2016, Matt Fitzpatrick competed at the Masters Tournament, finishing tied for 7th place.
November 2016: Won 2016 DP World Tour Championship, Dubai
In November 2016, Matt Fitzpatrick won the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai by one shot over Tyrrell Hatton, marking the third win of his career.
September 2017: Won 2017 Omega European Masters
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.
2019: Brother Played in 2019 Walker Cup
In 2019, Alex Fitzpatrick, Matt Fitzpatrick's younger brother, played college golf and participated in the Walker Cup.
December 2020: Won Second DP World Tour Championship, Dubai
In December 2020, Matt Fitzpatrick won his second DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, beating Lee Westwood by one shot, also marking his first Rolex Series title.
2021: Brother Played in 2021 Walker Cup
In 2021, Alex Fitzpatrick, Matt Fitzpatrick's younger brother, participated in the Walker Cup.
June 2022: Won 2022 U.S. Open
In June 2022, Matt Fitzpatrick won his first major championship at the U.S. Open, securing a one-shot victory at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts.
2022: Brother Turned Professional in 2022
In 2022, Alex Fitzpatrick, Matt Fitzpatrick's younger brother, turned professional.
2022: Won 2022 U.S. Open
In 2022, Matt Fitzpatrick achieved a significant milestone by winning his first major championship at the U.S. Open.
2022: Championship and Invitational discontinued
In 2022, the Championship and Invitational were discontinued.
February 2023: Appeared in Full Swing
In February 2023, Matt Fitzpatrick appeared in the sports documentary series "Full Swing", which premiered on Netflix on February 15, 2023.
April 2023: Won 2023 RBC Heritage
In April 2023, Matt Fitzpatrick won the RBC Heritage, defeating Jordan Spieth in a playoff after hitting his approach shot to within one foot to set up the winning birdie.
September 2023: Played in the 2023 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; the European team won 16.5–11.5 and Fitzpatrick went 1–2–0 including a loss in his Sunday singles match against Max Homa.
October 2023: Won the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship
In October 2023, Matt Fitzpatrick won the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship with a final round 66 on the Old Course at St. Andrews. Fitpatrick also won the pro-am component of the event, his partner was his mother Susan.
2023: Won 2023 RBC Heritage
In 2023, Matt Fitzpatrick won the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links, marking his second PGA Tour victory.
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