Adrien Saddier Triumphs at Italian Open: A Maiden European Tour Victory on His 200th Start

Adrien Saddier celebrates his victory at the Italian Open.

In a stunning display of skill and determination, Adrien Saddier of France claimed his first European Tour title at the Italian Open on his 200th start. The 33-year-old golfer delivered a remarkable performance on the back nine, securing a two-stroke victory at the Argentario Golf Club.

Final Round Highlights

Adrien Saddier finished with a four-under 66, ending the tournament at 14 under par.
Martin Couvra, Saddier's compatriot, secured second place with a final round of 69.
Calum Hill (Scotland) and Dan Bradbury (England) shared third place at 10 under par.

Saddier's Emotional Victory

Saddier, who turned professional in 2013 and earned his European Tour card in 2014, was visibly emotional after his long-awaited win. "It's great. It's taken so much work to be able to do this. I'm just grateful," he said. "I started the back nine really well and I just said 'just stay in your own zone, just keep focused, make the putts'. And I did it."

Road to Royal Portrush

The one-two finish by Saddier and Couvra has earned both players a spot at the prestigious Open Championship at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland next month. This victory marks a significant milestone in Saddier's career, showcasing his resilience and talent on the European Tour.