Tommy Fleetwood faced a tough loss at the Travelers Championship on Sunday, finishing in second place after leading for most of the final round. It was a heart-wrenching moment for Fleetwood, who expressed his frustration to reporters, saying he was “upset now” and “angry” after coming so close to victory.
The tournament took place at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut. Fleetwood started the day strong, holding a two-shot lead as he approached the final three holes. However, the pressure mounted, and by the last hole, his lead shrank to just one shot. In a critical moment, he missed a six-foot putt on the 18th hole, resulting in a bogey. As he watched, Keegan Bradley made his putt to secure the win, leaving Fleetwood with a mix of disappointment and disbelief.
Reflecting on the experience, Fleetwood acknowledged that he hadn’t been in such a position for a while. He noted that while he felt he played well enough to win, he recognized areas where he could improve. “I did plenty of things well enough this week to win,” he said. “It hurts.”
Despite his frustration, Fleetwood tried to maintain a positive outlook. He mentioned that it would be unwise to let this experience hinder his future performances. “I obviously played great,” he stated, emphasizing his desire to put himself in a winning position again soon. He plans to focus on the positives from the tournament and learn from his mistakes.
The emotional toll of the day was evident, but Fleetwood is determined to move forward. He expressed a desire to sulk for a bit but quickly reminded himself that dwelling on the loss wouldn’t help him in the long run. Instead, he aims to take the lessons learned and apply them in future competitions.