Fleetwood reflects on his Open performance after strong showing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 6:34 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Tommy Fleetwood affirmed his commitment to winning The Open after a mixed performance at Royal Birkdale this July. Finishing his final round with a 68, Fleetwood reached seven under par but was derailed by three consecutive bogeys early in the round. Despite feeling the disappointment of not capitalizing on a strong start, he acknowledged the support of the home crowds, describing the week as special. Fleetwood now looks ahead to future opportunities, including the next Open at St Andrews in 2027, emphasizing his excitement for close-to-home venues. He noted his ninth top-10 finish in majors, underscoring his competitive resilience.
- •Fleetwood finished tied for fourth at The Open.
- •He started the final round five shots behind the leader.
- •Fleetwood birdied three of the first eight holes.
- •He suffered three bogeys in his final round, impacting his chances.
- •His next Open will be at St Andrews in 2027.
- 6:34 PMYahoo Sports — Fleetwood won't give up Open dream after 'special' week
"Tommy Fleetwood says he will continue to chase his dream of winning The Open after falling short at the end of a "special week" on home soil at Royal Birkdale.
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