Protiviti Golf Brand Ambassador Matt Fitzpatrick Wins the 2022 U.S. Open

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Matt Fitzpatrick, Protiviti golf ambassador, claimed his first Major Championship win at the 122nd U.S. Open, finishing at 6 under par. This victory comes after his U.S. Amateur Championship win at the same course in 2013, making him only the second to achieve this feat. Fitzpatrick totaled 19 birdies, prompting Protiviti to donate 19,000 meals to combat hunger. At age 27, he now ranks 10th in the Official World Golf Rankings. Protiviti has also donated 97,000 meals in 2022 through its Birdies for Meals program.

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• Matt Fitzpatrick won the U.S. Open, his first Major Championship, boosting brand visibility for Protiviti.
• Protiviti's Birdies for Meals program gained attention with 19,000 meals donated following Fitzpatrick's performance.

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Victory marks Fitzpatrick's first career Major Championship and PGA Tour victory

MENLO PARK, Calif., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Protiviti golf brand ambassador and professional golfer Matt Fitzpatrick won a tightly contested 122nd U.S. Open last Sunday at The Country Club in Brookline, Mass. He emerged victorious after a clutch shot from the fairway bunker on the 18th hole, finishing the tournament at 6 under par.

Fitzpatrick also won the U.S. Amateur Championship at the same location in 2013, becoming only the second man to win both tournaments on the same course. Jack Nicklaus achieved the same feat at Pebble Beach.

During the U.S. Open, Fitzpatrick shot scores of 68-70-68-68 for a total of 274 (-6).

"We're thrilled for Matt on winning the U.S. Open and his first Major Championship. Our partnership with him and LPGA golfer Jennifer Kupcho has been wonderful, and it's great for them both to have won Majors this year," said Joseph Tarantino, president and CEO, Protiviti. "We're also very pleased that during his stellar performance at the U.S. Open, Matt totaled 19 birdies for which Protiviti will donate 19,000 meals to help fight world hunger through our 'Birdies for Meals' program."

As part of its Birdies for Meals program and i on Hunger initiative to fight world hunger, Protiviti donates 1,000 meals to non-profit organizations for every birdie its sponsored golfers make during Major tournaments. With the 19,000 meals resulting from Fitzpatrick's birdies shot during the U.S. Open, Protiviti's 2022 Birdies for Meals total is now 97,000 through five 2022 Major Championships with four events remaining in this season.

"I am so thrilled about this victory and especially to be able to share it with everyone at Protiviti. Their partnership has been fantastic over the past two and half years, and I'm thankful for all of the support," said Matt Fitzpatrick. "To see my fellow Protiviti brand ambassador Jennifer Kupcho win yesterday as well is truly incredible."

At 27 years old, this is Fitzpatrick's eighth professional victory worldwide, and first PGA Tour Major win. He now ranks 10th in the Official World Golf Rankings. He last won at the Andalucia Masters in San Roque, Spain in October 2021.

Fitzpatrick competes next in the Scottish Open in North Berwick, Scotland, July 7-10. Follow him on Twitter: @MattFitz94

Fitzpatrick has been a brand ambassador for Protiviti since February 2020. For more information about Protiviti's golf brand ambassador program, the firm's sponsorship of Matt Fitzpatrick (PGA) and Jennifer Kupcho (LPGA) and for photos and video interviews with the players, please visit www.protiviti.com/golf.

About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future. Protiviti and its independent and locally owned Member Firms provide clients with consulting and managed solutions in finance, technology, operations, data, digital, legal, governance, risk and internal audit through its network of more than 85 offices in over 25 countries.

Named to the 2022 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For^® list, Protiviti has served more than 80 percent of Fortune 100 and nearly 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public, as well as with government agencies. Protiviti is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI). Founded in 1948, Robert Half is a member of the S&P 500 index.

Protiviti is not licensed or registered as a public accounting firm and does not issue opinions on financial statements or offer attestation services.

Editor's note: photos available upon request.

 

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FAQ

What does Matt Fitzpatrick's U.S. Open win mean for Protiviti?

Fitzpatrick's victory enhances Protiviti's brand visibility as he is a key ambassador for the firm.

How many meals did Protiviti donate for Fitzpatrick's birdies at the U.S. Open?

Protiviti donated 19,000 meals through its Birdies for Meals program due to Fitzpatrick’s performance.

What is Matt Fitzpatrick's current ranking in the Official World Golf Rankings?

Matt Fitzpatrick currently ranks 10th in the Official World Golf Rankings.

When was the last time Fitzpatrick won before the U.S. Open?

Before the U.S. Open, Fitzpatrick's last victory was at the Andalucia Masters in October 2021.

What is the goal of Protiviti's Birdies for Meals program?

The Birdies for Meals program aims to fight world hunger by donating meals for each birdie made by sponsored golfers.