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Hilton Head Island Today
By the People, for the People
Matt Fitzpatrick leads Scottie Scheffler by 3 shots at Hilton Head
Fitzpatrick overcomes slow start to maintain lead at RBC Heritage
Apr. 18, 2026 at 10:52pm
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The battle between golf's top stars Fitzpatrick and Scheffler unfolds in a cubist masterpiece, capturing the dynamic energy of their duel on the Hilton Head links.Hilton Head Island TodayMatt Fitzpatrick of England had a slow start to the third round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament in Hilton Head, South Carolina, allowing world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler to surge back into contention. However, Fitzpatrick rallied late with two shots from off the green, one of which dropped for birdie, to maintain a 3-shot lead over Scheffler heading into the final round.
Why it matters
The RBC Heritage is one of the PGA Tour's most prestigious events, and the battle between Fitzpatrick and Scheffler, two of the game's top players, is shaping up to be an exciting conclusion to the tournament.
The details
Fitzpatrick had a slow start to his third round, allowing Scheffler, the 2024 RBC Heritage champion, to make five birdies through the first six holes and close the gap. But Fitzpatrick regained control with two impressive shots from off the green, one of which dropped for birdie, to extend his lead to 3 shots over Scheffler.
- Fitzpatrick had a slow start to his third round on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
- Scheffler made five birdies through the first six holes on Saturday to surge back into contention.
- Fitzpatrick holed two shots from off the green on the back nine to regain control of the tournament.
The players
Matt Fitzpatrick
An English professional golfer who has won multiple PGA Tour and European Tour events, including the 2022 U.S. Open.
Scottie Scheffler
The current world No. 1 golfer, who won the RBC Heritage in 2024.
What they’re saying
“I knew I had to make a move today to stay in it, and I'm glad I was able to do that on the back nine.”
— Matt Fitzpatrick
What’s next
The final round of the RBC Heritage will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026, with Fitzpatrick holding a 3-shot lead over Scheffler.
The takeaway
The battle between Fitzpatrick and Scheffler at the RBC Heritage is shaping up to be an exciting conclusion to the tournament, with the world's top-ranked player trying to chase down the reigning U.S. Open champion.
