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Fitzpatrick Brothers Win Zurich Classic, Tie Record 57

4/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Matt Fitzpatrick and Alex Fitzpatrick began the Zurich Classic final round on April 26 2026 with a four-shot lead.
They posted a 15-under 57 in round three, the lowest better-ball score.
Kristoffer Reitan and Kris Ventura eagled the final hole to 30 under, tying the Fitzpatrick brothers.
The $9.5 million purse awards each winner $1,372,750.
The winning team secures a two-year PGA Tour exemption for Alex Fitzpatrick.

History

Historical Context

In 2018 Switzerland hosted the Zurich ePrix, the first international circuit race since the 1954 Swiss Grand Prix, drawing about 150,000 spectators after a 2016 law lifted the motor-racing ban. The Fitzpatrick brothers’ 2026 victory at the Zurich Classic continues this pattern of re-introducing team-focused events in sports, echoing the earlier revival of competitive formats.

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Story summary

Matt Fitzpatrick and Alex Fitzpatrick began the Zurich Classic final round on April 26 2026 with a four-shot lead.
They posted a 15-under 57 in round three, the lowest better-ball score.
Kristoffer Reitan and Kris Ventura eagled the final hole to 30 under, tying the Fitzpatrick brothers.
The $9.5 million purse awards each winner $1,372,750.
The winning team secures a two-year PGA Tour exemption for Alex Fitzpatrick.

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