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‘Top of the list’: Fitzpatrick brothers’ goal is bigger than major wins

Brothers Alex and Matt Fitzpatrick would love to win majors in 2027, but they have a bigger goal in mind: winning the Ryder Cup together.

By Kevin Cunningham · Golf

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 12:48 PM

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Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick stated their top priority is playing together in the 2027 Ryder Cup.
Matt Fitzpatrick stated that winning a Ryder Cup with Alex is more desirable than winning another major.
Alex Fitzpatrick attended a recent European scouting trip at Adare Manor hosted by captain Luke Donald.

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Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick revealed that their top golf goal is to play together for Europe at the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor. Speaking at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship at St. Andrews, Matt stated that competing and winning a Ryder Cup alongside his brother would rank above winning another major championship. Alex, who joined European captain Luke Donald's recent scouting trip, agreed it sits at the top of his ambitions.

While Matt leads the European qualification standings, Alex currently sits 31st and will need strong performances over the coming season to secure automatic selection or earn a captain's pick.

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