Moments After Triumphing Over Ryder Cup Member Matt Fitzpatrick, Ludvig Aberg Stays Optimistic Over His Patriotic Chances

The tensions in the golf world reached its zenith as the 2023 Omega European Masters saw its fourth and final day at the Crans-sur-Sierre. Many golfers including Matt Fitzpatrick took to the course to battle it out for the crown and a cut from the $2.5 million prize purse. But only one player, Ludvig Aberg, was able to take home the win and etch his name in history.

As the day came to a close in Switzerland, the golf community saw the 23-year-old lift the trophy after an edgy final round. But as he propelled himself to first place, his eyes came to rest on a different prize as the golfer took to an interview post his win leaving many surprised.

Ludvig Aberg shares his thoughts on the Ryder Cup

The European Ryder Cup team saw the first six spots being taken by top golfers as the recent tournament came to a close on Sunday. Although Aberg’s win did not fetch him a place in the Ryder Cup team via automatic qualification, his recent win has increased his chances of making the captain’s pick, keeping his patriotic hopes very much alive.

When asked about the same in a recent post-round press conference, the professional mentioned how he figured a win would put in in a good position for the team. Even as he put in the effort to not think too much about the same, the 23-year-old was constantly reminded of the biennial event throughout the course of the tournament.

Continuing on his response, the Swedish professional feels that he has managed to do a good job of keeping his head together as he said, “Once I get on the golf course it’s just me and golf” while indicating his good finish in the event. Nevertheless, Aberg made sure to point out the importance of the Ryder Cup to a golfer as he said, “It would mean the world, obviously” while mentioning how it would be a dream come true for any player in Sweden and Europe who grew up watching the same.

It is natural to feel bad for the golfer since his victory at the event did not present him a place on the European team while Matt Fitzpatrick, who finished behind Ludvig, was automatically qualified. In spite of the same, he can keep his hopes alive since Team Europe captain Luke Donald has yet to declare his list of wildcards. Let us now take a look at how Fitzpatrick was able to cement his place on the team.

Matt Fitzpatrick cements his place for the Ryder Cup

The 29-year-old golfer had to finish in 7th position or better in the Omega European Masters if he was to qualify automatically for the prestigious event. Fortunately, Matt came in behind Ludvig and Alexander Bjork to finish at T3 with a score of 16-under 264. The English professional managed to place himself at the 8th position on the OWGR ranking with his recent finish to make it to the Ryder Cup team.

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Meanwhile, Aberg took home the trophy and a winner’s cut of $457,967 with a score of 19-under-par 261. The win would come off as extra special for the golfer as it marks his maiden win on the DP World Tour after turning professional a few months back.

What did you think of the duo’s performance in the European Masters? Will Ludvig Aberg be able to make it to Rome for the Ryder Cup? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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