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Reitan clinches Truist Championship with steady closing round

PUBLISHED May 10, 2026, 11:13 PM ET

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kristoffer Reitan won the Truist Championship on Sunday at Quail Hollow Club, shooting a final-round 2-under 69 to finish 15-under 269 and secure a two-shot victory over Rickie Fowler and Nicolai Hojgaard. He entered the closing stretch with a one-shot lead and held steady across the Green Mile’s three closing holes. The victory delivered Reitan’s first PGA Tour title in his 15th start, awarded the Signature Event winner’s payout reported at $3.6 million, and made him the second Norwegian to win on the PGA Tour after Viktor Hovland; Alex Fitzpatrick finished fourth, and Reitan credited stepping away after losing his DP World Tour card with helping him rediscover his game.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Reitan competed on the DP World Tour and experienced career struggles, considering leaving competitive golf.
He lost his DP World Tour card, stepped away briefly, and worked to regain form.
Reitan barely qualified for the Truist Championship field at Quail Hollow Club.
On Sunday, he shot a final-round 2-under 69 to finish 15-under 269 and win by two shots.
The win conferred the Signature Event winner’s payout and marked the second Norwegian PGA Tour victory.

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Reitan's win is a reminder that setbacks can lead to comebacks. If you're facing a career struggle, consider taking a break to regain your focus. It worked for Reitan, and it could work for you too.

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Who Benefited

Kristoffer Reitan benefited most, securing his first PGA Tour title, the Signature Event winner’s prize, higher ranking points, greater marketability, and heightened international recognition for Norwegian golf.

Who Impacted

Rickie Fowler and Nicolai Hojgaard finished two shots behind and missed the title and associated winner’s prize; other contenders narrowly missed higher finishes and the accompanying ranking and payout gains.

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