South Africa’s Michael Hollick wins the BMW International Open for his first European Tour title, finishing one stroke clear of fellow South African Hennie Du Plessis. Hollick signs for a final-round 5-under 67 on Sunday, which takes him to 18 under for the tournament. The decisive moment comes when he makes an eagle on the final hole, following a birdie at the 17th. Both outlets describe the final-hole surge as the key play that secures the victory and turns the week’s outcome in Hollick’s favor. Hollick, who is 39, also notes that he does not initially know the exact leaderboard situation, indicating he reacts to his position as the closing holes unfold. The win marks a milestone for Hollick on the European Tour, ending with his first career victory on the circuit.
Michael Hollick wins BMW International Open after eagle on final hole
South Africa’s Michael Hollick wins the BMW International Open for his first European Tour title, finishing one stroke clear of fellow South African Hennie Du Plessis. Hollick signs for a final-round...
- Michael Hollick of South Africa wins the BMW International Open on Sunday for his first European Tour victory.
- Hollick finishes at 18 under after a final-round 5-under 67.
- He makes an eagle on the final hole to secure the win over Hennie Du Plessis.
- Hollick also birdies the 17th hole during his final round.
- Hennie Du Plessis, also from South Africa, is the runner-up.
South African Michael Hollick eagled the final hole to defeat countryman Hennie Du Plessis and win the BMW International Open for his first European tour victory on Sunday. The 39-year-old Hollick also birdied the 17th hole for a final-round 5-under 67, ending at 18 under for the tournament. “I didn't really know what the scores were,” Hollick said.
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