In-form Danny Willett claims European Masters golf title
Briton edges compatriot Matt Fitzpatrick by one shot in Crans Montana, Switzerland
England’s Danny Willett fended off a strong challenge from compatriot Matt Fitzpatrick to win the European Masters by one shot in Crans Montana, Switzerland, on Sunday.
Willett, who finished tied sixth at the British Open, started the final round level on 12 under with Fitzpatrick and the 27-year-old shot a bogey-free 65 to finish 17 under par and claim his third European Tour title.
I kept very, very calm all day. I just waited for the right things to happen to get on a run
Former world amateur number one Fitzpatrick carded six birdies in his final round but two bogeys meant the 20-year-old had to settle for 16 under.
“I kept very, very calm all day. I just waited for the right things to happen to get on a run,” said Willett.
“Fitzy [Fitzpatrick] played some great golf and kept the pressure on. When someone is right on your heels you know you can’t let up.”
Tyrrell Hatton of England finished third on 15 under after he surged up the leader board, thanks to a scorching final round of 62.