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Fitzpatrick Brothers Fire Record 57 To Lead Zurich Classic By Four

Sunday's alternate-shot format will challenge their four-shot cushion.

AVONDALE, LOUISIANA - APRIL 25: Matt Fitzpatrick (L) of England and partner Alex Fitzpatrick of England react as they leave the ninth green during the third round of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans 2026 at TPC Louisiana on April 25, 2026 in Avondale, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Alex Fitzpatrick, of England, tees off on the first hole during the first round of the PGA Zurich Classic golf tournament, Thursday, April 23, 2026, in Avondale, La. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)

Overview

  • Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick moved to 30 under through 54 holes following Saturday's record 15-under 57 in better-ball, taking a four-shot lead into the Zurich Classic finale.
  • Their 57 set the single-round event mark and their 186 total is a 54-hole tournament record at TPC Louisiana.
  • Scoring got a boost after a pre-dawn storm allowed lift, clean and place in fairways, and lighter winds early let shots hold their lines before a breeze returned late.
  • Alex Smalley and Hayden Springer, who opened with a 58 on Thursday, sit tied for second with Davis Thompson and Austin Eckroat after 62s, with Doug Ghim and Jeffrey Kang in fourth after a 61.
  • The PGA Tour's only team event alternates formats, and the brothers posted 65 in Friday's tougher alternate shot as Matt chases a third win this spring and Alex seeks a first PGA Tour title and an exemption.