The RBC Heritage 2021 was an eventful tournament that saw top golfers battling for the coveted title. The final day of the tournament was a nail-biting affair that ended in a playoff between Matt Fitzpatrick and Jordan Spieth. Both golfers put on an impressive display, but it was Fitzpatrick who prevailed to clinch his second PGA Tour title. In this article, we will delve into the highlights of the RBC Heritage 2021 and analyze Fitzpatrick’s remarkable victory over the former Masters champion.
Matt Fitzpatrick secured his second PGA Tour title after winning the RBC Heritage at the Harbour Town Golf Links, overcoming reigning champion Jordan Spieth in a tense playoff. Spieth and Fitzpatrick finished level on 17-under-par at the end of the final round. Patrick Cantlay, who was the runner-up last year, finished third, two shots back on the lead duo. The lead swapped between Fitzpatrick and Spieth throughout the round, while Cantlay gradually fell out of contention. But for the second year in a row, the tournament went to a playoff, and after the first two extra holes, there was nothing to separate the players. However, Fitzpatrick’s remarkable shot from the fairway to inches from the pin on the 18th gave him the advantage, and he sank his birdie putt for the win, while Spieth missed his attempt.
Fitzpatrick’s victory in this tournament was particularly meaningful as he had visited the course at Hilton Head Island with his family at the age of six and always wanted to play in it. He became the second English player after Nick Faldo to claim victory in this tournament. Spieth had birdie putts to win the playoff on the first two holes, but he missed them by the slimmest of margins.
Cantlay and Spieth were tied for the lead at 16-under when they stepped to the tee at the par-four 13th, but the hole marked a two-shot swing in Spieth’s favor. While Cantlay missed the green and bogeyed, Spieth dialed in his approach to three-and-a-half feet of the cup for an easy birdie.
Fitzpatrick kept chipping away and clawed back level to force a playoff, which not only secured the title but lifted him up to No. 8 in the Official World Golf Ranking too. Cantlay birdied Nos 15 and 18 to come back to 16-under, while Xander Schauffele finished fourth at 15-under. Sahith Theegala and Hayden Buckley tied for fifth at 14-under. The PGA Tour moves on to the Zurich Classic of New Orleans at TPC Louisiana, starting on Thursday, April 20.
As one of the most prestigious events on the PGA Tour, the RBC Heritage showcased some of the world’s finest golfers in action. While Jordan Spieth gave a splendid performance, it was Matt Fitzpatrick who prevailed in the end, clinching his second PGA Tour title in an exhilarating playoff. The tournament saw some exceptional golfing moments, and it was a treat to watch the players battle it out at the beautiful Harbour Town Golf Links. Fitzpatrick’s win is a testimony to his grit, determination, and skill, and we congratulate him on this remarkable achievement. The RBC Heritage may have come to a close, but the memories it has left us with will last a lifetime. Until next year, we bid adieu to the course and the players who gave us so much to cheer for.
