The Fitzpatrick Brothers Win Zurich Classic In Dramatic Fashion
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- Sports Money The Fitzpatrick Brothers Win Zurich Classic In Dramatic Fashion By Jeff Hartman,
- While most top-ranked golfers take this week off before the lead up to the PGA Championship in May, the Zurich Classic has provided some fun moments over the years.
- In 2026 the Zurich provided not just drama, but a feel-good story everyone can get behind.
Sports Money The Fitzpatrick Brothers Win Zurich Classic In Dramatic Fashion By Jeff Hartman,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jeff Hartman is a Maryland resident who covers the PGA Tour.Follow Author Apr 27, 2026, 03:30pm EDTAVONDALE, LOUISIANA - APRIL 26: Alex Fitzpatrick (L) of England and Matt Fitzpatrick of England pose with the trophy on the 18th green after winning the Zurich Classic of New Orleans 2026 at TPC Louisiana on April 26, 2026 in Avondale, Louisiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe Zurich Classic has become a unique stop for the PGA Tour in its unique format. It isn’t an individual event, but a team event where players have a playing partner with specific formats throughout the weekend.
While most top-ranked golfers take this week off before the lead up to the PGA Championship in May, the Zurich Classic has provided some fun moments over the years. Two years ago it was Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry winning and partying into the early morning in New Orleans. Last year it was Andrew Novak getting his first PGA win with Ben Griffin as Griffin continued his tremendous 2025 season.