The world n ° 1 Dustin Johnson, won this Sunday the Saudi International for the second time in three years, after having returned a last card of 68 (-2), to win with two strokes ahead of Justin Rose and Tony Finau. Excellent finish for Frenchman Victor Perez who finished 4th.

Saudi International: Dustin Johnson triumphs, Victor Perez 4th

Dustin Johnson - © European Tour

Johnson, who was also runner-up in 2020, recorded his best score at the Royal Greens Golf Club, but still finished top of the table with an overall score of (-15).

Scottish Calum Hill eagle on the 18 par-5 to tie with Frenchman Victor Perez for fourth.

Johnson took a two-stroke lead in the final round, but the Masters champion struggled on the greens and was caught by Finau when his compatriot American birdied three in a row from the 11.

However, Johnson came back on top with a birdie on the 13 and was given a welcome respite when Finau buggy on the 16 and 17 and Perez lost hope of victory after a double bugy on the 16.

Johnson also bugged on the 16 to see his lead reduced to 1 stroke, but he responded in style with a powerful strike on the next tee that ended up two feet from the flag and thus achieved the decisive birdie.


“I saw the classification a bit; the guys were playing well, but I gave myself a lot of chances ”Johnson told Sky Sports. “I didn't do a lot of holes, but I ended up having a really nice putt on the 13.”

“At 17, it was a very nice birdie, a great driving stroke followed by a nice little chip, but it was tough all day today. "

“I don't have the opportunity to play around the world as much as I would like, but it's really good to have a win outside of my circuit and after Augusta to have my first win again, obviously the game is still in great shape and i'm really excited for the rest of the year. "

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