Kristoffer Reitan Triumphs at Truist Championship; Alex Fitzpatrick's Lead Slips Away
Kristoffer Reitan celebrated his first PGA Tour victory on Sunday night, winning the Truist Championship by two shots against Rickie Fowler and Nicolai Højgaard. The Norwegian finished with a score of 15-under par, securing the win at the Quail Hollow Club after a final round of 69. Alex Fitzpatrick, who had entered the final day with a one-shot lead, faltered with a double bogey on 17, ultimately finishing tied for fourth at 12-under par. Fitzpatrick's struggles included a rocky start, going three-over through his first three holes before recovering with three birdies later. Reitan expressed his emotions following the win: "A tremendous amount of relief and joy... I love this place, it's absolutely fantastic." In addition to the trophy, Reitan earned a cash prize of $3.6 million and 700 FedExCup points. Rickie Fowler, who was vying for his first PGA Tour title since 2023, ended at 13-under par after missing a crucial putt on the 18th hole. He reflected on his performance, stating, "A lot of good stuff and definitely happy with where the game's been." Rory McIlroy, despite his history at Quail Hollow, finished T19 after a mixed tournament that included a tough third round. As the men's major season continues, attention now shifts to the PGA Championship, with live coverage commencing Thursday.
Source: Sky Sports - 2026-05-10