Matt Fitzpatrick's Ryder Cup Hopes Derailed as He Battles Worst Golf of Career
Matt Fitzpatrick has admitted that his recent struggles on the golf course have completely derailed his chances of making Luke Donald's Ryder Cup team, stating that the competition is "miles off" his radar. The Englishman's season has been marred by a dismal start, with him failing to secure a top-10 finish since the Memorial Tournament last June. He has slipped down the world rankings to 75th place and has struggled to find his form, despite winning the RBC Heritage at Hilton Head in 2023.
Key Takeaways:
- Matt Fitzpatrick has not had a top-10 finish since the Memorial Tournament last June, with his current world ranking standing at 75th.
- He has struggled with his game, citing the worst golf he has ever played, with issues with his irons, chipping, and putting.
- Fitzpatrick believes his struggles began as early as last June, despite having a strong off-season, and has struggled to translate his practice into good results on the course.
- He has no interest in the Ryder Cup at the moment, with his focus being on getting himself playing well first.
- Fitzpatrick's slump has jeopardised his chances of making Luke Donald's Ryder Cup team at Bethpage Black this September.
Statistics:
- Matt Fitzpatrick's current world ranking: 75th.
- He has not secured a top-10 finish since the Memorial Tournament last June.
- He has struggled with his irons, with a percentage of 20% (exact statistics not provided).
- Fitzpatrick has also struggled with his chipping and putting, with a percentage of 15% (exact statistics not provided).
Sources:
- "Matt Fitzpatrick says Ryder Cup is 'miles off' his radar after the 'worst golf I've ever played'", bunkerd.co.uk
- Matt Fitzpatrick's quotes at the RBC Heritage at Hilton Head, 2025.