Tommy Fleetwood is on the cusp of a landmark moment in his illustrious golfing career as he leads the Travelers Championship heading into the final round at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut. The 34-year-old English star, hailing from Southport, is aiming to clinch his first-ever PGA Tour victory, a milestone that has so far eluded him despite an impressive record and substantial earnings exceeding $28 million on the stateside tour.
Fleetwood’s journey to this pivotal moment has been marked by remarkable consistency and resilience. Since turning professional in 2010 at the Czech Open on the DP World Tour, he has made 158 career PGA Tour starts and amassed an outstanding 41 Top-10 finishes — the highest for any player without a PGA Tour win in the modern era since 1983. This statistic alone places him in a unique echelon among golfing elites, with seven more Top-10s than the next closest player, Brett Quigley.
His success extends beyond the PGA Tour as well. Fleetwood has secured seven victories on the DP World Tour, beginning with a thrilling playoff win at the 2013 Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles. His other wins include the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship twice (2017 and 2018), the French Open in 2017, the Nedbank Challenge in 2019 and 2022, and the Dubai Invitational in 2024. These triumphs underscore a career that is both decorated and diverse across the global golf landscape.
Fleetwood’s Ryder Cup exploits further highlight his pedigree. Representing Europe thrice, he has been instrumental in two victorious campaigns. Notably, his partnership with Francesco Molinari in the 2018 Ryder Cup in Paris was a key factor in Europe’s success. More recently, in 2023 at Rome, he teamed up with Rory McIlroy to secure vital points and clinched the winning singles point against Rickie Fowler, reinforcing his reputation as a clutch performer under pressure.
Despite his global accomplishments, the elusive PGA Tour victory has remained just out of reach. However, Fleetwood’s current form at the Travelers Championship suggests that this could soon change. After a scintillating third round where he shot a seven-under-par 63, Fleetwood holds a three-shot lead over competitors including Keegan Bradley, Russell Henley, Jason Day, and Wyndham Clark. With the final round underway on Sunday, June 22, 2025, the golfing world watches eagerly to see if Fleetwood can finally break through.
In candid conversations with CBS Sports and PGA Tour reporter Amanda Balionis, Fleetwood has been refreshingly honest about his recent struggles and adjustments. He revealed that after a disappointing U.S. Open performance just a week earlier, he felt he had "lost" his swing and was grappling with bad habits that crept into his game. "Last week was really disappointing for me," Fleetwood admitted. "I felt like my game was in really good shape going into it. I'd done a lot of good work and just... it's easy for any of us to get into bad habits. Mine, honestly, the range last week was a bit of a down slope and I know I started toppling in my backswing, falling forwards, losing my timing from the top." He emphasized the importance of learning from setbacks, explaining how he dedicated himself to correcting these issues during the early days of the Travelers week, working hard from Monday through Thursday to regain his form.
Fleetwood’s approach to the final round is grounded and pragmatic. When asked if his potential victory would hinge on his putting, he responded, "It'll come down to a bunch of things, really." He acknowledged that while this year he hasn’t been in contention much, he’s often been just on the outskirts, close but not quite there. "Actually putting myself there, being in the last group tomorrow, really happy with that," he said. "I'm looking forward to it. I'm happy with the work that I've done and I'm happy that I've bounced back from last weekend."
Off the course, Fleetwood’s life is equally compelling. His net worth is estimated at around $20 million (£15.7 million), bolstered not only by his prize money but also through endorsements with major brands such as Taylormade, Nike, Tag Heuer, Omega, and BMW. His career earnings total an impressive $26.6 million, reflecting consistent high-level performance across numerous tournaments.
Fleetwood’s personal life has also attracted attention, particularly his marriage to Clare, who also serves as his manager. The couple met through Fleetwood’s brother Joe, who worked with Clare at Hambric Sports Management. Clare became Fleetwood’s manager in late 2015, and the pair married in 2017 on a beach in the Bahamas despite a 23-year age difference. They share a son, Franklin, born in September 2017, who gained viral fame for caddying for his father at the 2022 Par 3 Contest at the Masters.
Despite living in the United States, Fleetwood remains deeply connected to his Merseyside roots and is a proud Everton football fan. He once described the experience of being an Everton supporter as one that "prepares you for a lot of things in life," highlighting the shared resilience and mutual understanding among fans worldwide.
As Fleetwood stands three strokes clear heading into the final round of the Travelers Championship, the anticipation is palpable. The possibility of adding a PGA Tour title to his already stellar resume would not only mark a personal triumph but also cement his status among the sport’s greats. The golfing world waits with bated breath to see if Tommy Fleetwood can finally cross the finish line and claim the victory that has so long been just within reach.
