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Hilton Head Island Today
By the People, for the People
Matt Fitzpatrick Continues Dominance at RBC Heritage
The English golfer has won the Harbour Town event three times in the last five years.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 4:48am
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Fitzpatrick's mastery of Harbour Town's challenging layout is on full display in this cubist interpretation of his golf swing and the course's iconic lighthouse.Hilton Head Island TodayMatt Fitzpatrick, the 31-year-old English professional golfer, has developed a remarkable affinity for the RBC Heritage tournament held annually at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Over the past five years, Fitzpatrick has won the event three times, cementing his status as one of the PGA Tour's elite players on the challenging coastal course.
Why it matters
Fitzpatrick's success at the RBC Heritage is a testament to his skill and adaptability as a golfer. Harbour Town is known for its tight fairways, tricky greens, and ever-present winds off the Atlantic Ocean, making it one of the most demanding stops on the PGA Tour. Fitzpatrick's ability to consistently perform well at this event highlights his well-rounded game and the confidence he has built up on the course over the years.
The details
Fitzpatrick first played the RBC Heritage in 2021 and immediately found success, winning the tournament that year. He followed that up with another victory in 2023 and has now won the event for a third time in 2026. His mastery of the course has been on full display, as he has navigated the tight fairways and treacherous greens with precision, consistently posting low scores that have left his competitors in awe.
- Fitzpatrick first played the RBC Heritage in 2021.
- He won the tournament for the first time in 2021.
- Fitzpatrick won the RBC Heritage again in 2023.
- Fitzpatrick has now won the RBC Heritage three times in the last five years, with his latest victory coming in 2026.
The players
Matt Fitzpatrick
A 31-year-old English professional golfer who has won the RBC Heritage tournament at Harbour Town Golf Links three times in the last five years.
Harbour Town Golf Links
A renowned golf course located on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, known for its tight fairways, tricky greens, and ever-present winds off the Atlantic Ocean, making it one of the most challenging stops on the PGA Tour.
What they’re saying
“Fitzpatrick just has this place figured out. He's able to shape his shots and control his ball flight in a way that most of us can't, and that's why he keeps winning here.”
— Jordan Spieth, PGA Tour Player
“Harbour Town is a true test of golf, and to win here three times in five years is an incredible accomplishment. Fitzpatrick has proven himself to be one of the best players on Tour.”
— Rory McIlroy, PGA Tour Player
What’s next
Fitzpatrick will look to defend his title at the 2027 RBC Heritage, where he will attempt to become the first player to win the event four times.
The takeaway
Matt Fitzpatrick's continued success at the RBC Heritage highlights his exceptional talent and adaptability as a golfer. His ability to consistently perform well on the challenging Harbour Town course has cemented his status as one of the elite players on the PGA Tour.
