Ewen Ferguson’s joyous smile lit up the Golfclub München Eichenried as he tapped in his final putt, sealing a two-shot victory at the BMW International Open on Sunday. This triumph marked his third European tour title and secured him a coveted spot in The Open Championship happening in his homeland, Scotland, this month.
Ranked 168th in the world, Ferguson’s winning moment was underscored by a 4-under 68 final round. His shoulders rotated in relief and excitement, making it clear this win was special. Although he had tasted victory twice before in 2022 at the Qatar Masters and the ISPS Handa World Invitational, this one held an extra layer of significance.
Not only did Ferguson clinch the title, but he also earned the chance to compete at Royal Troon, located in western Scotland, not far from his birthplace of Glasgow. In an emotional interview after his round, he shared, “The Open Championship is a tournament that everyone wants to play in. I feel like I can do well there.”
Ferguson isn’t stopping there. Before The Open, he’ll tee off at the Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick next week. Therefore, his upcoming schedule is packed, but the excitement of competing on home soil is palpable.
Going into the final round, Ferguson was neck and neck with Jordan Smith, both tied at the top. While Ferguson managed a solid performance, Smith’s 70 saw him tied for second place with David Micheluzzi, who also shot a 68.
Ferguson’s tale is one of perseverance and talent. With this victory, he’s not just adding another trophy to his shelf but also preparing for the grand stage of The Open.
As the golfing world turns its attention to Scotland, all eyes will be on Ewen Ferguson. With momentum on his side and the support of the home crowd, his journey to The Open promises to be one to watch.
Source: Espn
