Relive the thrilling final round of the 2025 Betfred British Masters at The Belfry, where Alex Noren claimed his second title, ending a seven-year wait for his 11th DP World Tour win. Noren outlasted Nicolai Hojgaard and Kazuma Kobori with an impressive birdie streak on the back nine and showcased exceptional putting skills.
The video covers:
– Key moments from Noren’s 5-under-par final round (67)
– How Matt Fitzpatrick’s early lead faltered on Sunday
– Nicolai Hojgaard’s late bogey and strong Ryder Cup implications for both Hojgaard brothers
– The impact of Noren’s equipment, including his new Callaway Opus SP wedges
– Ryder Cup qualification drama as Rasmus Hojgaard secured Team Europe’s final automatic spot
– What’s next on the DP World Tour, with the Omega European Masters approaching
Keywords: Alex Noren, British Masters, The Belfry, DP World Tour, Golf highlights, Ryder Cup 2025, Nicolai Hojgaard, Matt Fitzpatrick, Callaway wedges, Race to Dubai.
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In a thrilling finish at the Belelfrey, Alex Norin has captured the Bet Fred British Masters title for the second time, creating a memorable day not only for himself, but also for the Hogard brothers. On the same day that Nikolai Hoggard faltered in his run for victory, his twin brother Raasmus secured the final automatic qualification spot for the upcoming Rder Cup, adding an emotional twist to the tournament’s conclusion. Norin, who had previously won the British Masters in 2016, showcased his golf prowess by finishing the tournament with an impressive five underpar round of 67. His total score of 16 underpar placed him one stroke ahead of both Nikolai Hogard and Kazuma Kabori, who ended their rounds tied for second place. Leading most of the way, Hogard stumbled at a vital moment, recording his first bogey on the 16th hole, which proved detrimental as Kabori surged with an incredible six underpar on his final holes. Meanwhile, Norin capitalized on the pressure, notching birdies on holes 15, 16, and 17, which extended his lead significantly. Data wrapper, a tool utilized here, might require you to permit cookies for full functionality. If you are interested in accessing additional data visualizations and analyses regarding the golf world, consider adjusting your cookie preferences accordingly. Norin’s birdie streak gave him a comfortable two-stroke lead going into the last hole. Although he finished with a bogey, he still managed to secure victory, ending a seven-year weight since his last win on the DP World Tour and marking his 11th title overall. This victory means a lot to me, Norin shared after his win. It’s been an incredible week of golf and I haven’t felt this good about my game in a long time. The final moments were tense, but I’m immensely proud of how I handled them. When asked about his qualifications for the RDER Cup, in which he played a key role in securing a win for the European team in 2018, Norin mentioned, “I’m not really counting on it just yet.” He stressed that while it would be fantastic to qualify, he is primarily thrilled about his hard-one victory after such a lengthy gap. In fourth place, Japan’s Kada Nakajima finished just three strokes behind Norin, while England’s Andy Sullivan emerged as the highest ranked British player in fifth place with a score of 12 under. Meanwhile, Matt Fitzpatrick, who had started the day with a narrow lead at 12 under, faced a disappointing situation as he carded a two overpar 74, ultimately landing six strokes behind the champion. Marco Pen, who could only manage a level par score on the day, wrapped up the tournament at 10 under. This year’s British Masters not only served up thrilling golf action, but also left many seasoned players anxiously waiting for potential captain’s picks for the RDER Cup. On this day, Rasmus Hoygard solidified his place in the competition with a tied finish in 13th and 8 under, surpassing the necessary 29th position to clinch his automatic spot. In a candid moment after his round, Hoygard expressed the stress he felt during the competition. I was incredibly anxious out there today and shared with my caddy that managing my emotions was a serious challenge. Knowing every bogey was crucial meant I had to keep my focus strong. Each hole felt like a battle, and I can’t express how relieved I am to be here now, having achieved my goal. Looking ahead, Luke Donald is set to announce the six captain’s picks for the RDER Cup from Sky Studios on Monday, September 1st at 2 p.m. live on Sky Sports, just in time for the prestigious event slated to occur at Beth Paige Black in New York from September 26 to 28. So, what’s next for the golfers? The DP World Tour is gearing up for the Omega European Masters in Switzerland, broadcasting live from noon on Thursday on Sky Sports Golf. This will provide players one last opportunity to shine in front of Captain Donald before his allimportant selections. Are you excited to see who makes the cut? What are your thoughts on the performances at the British Masters? Did anyone’s performance surprise you? Join the conversation below.
