Kizzire holds off Fowler charge

Patton Kizzire survived a late charge by Rickie Fowler to clinch his breakthrough win on the US PGA Tour with a oneshot victory at the OHL Classic at Mayakoba.

On a 36-hole final day at the weather-affected tournament, Kizzire led by four with six holes remaining only for three birdies from his opponent to ramp up the pressure heading down the last.

When Kizzire managed to get his second to within 30 feet of the flag, Fowler left his approach further away to hand his rival a straightforward two-putt for the win. Kizzire, who had previously had two runners-up finishes in 64 starts, posted a 67 for a 19-under total.

“I was glad to get it done, Rickie made me work hard,” he said.