Francesco 'Chicco' Molinari broke
Italy's majors duck by winning the Open Championship on Sunday.
Turin-born Molinari, 35, slotted home a birdie on the last
hole to finish on eight under, two clear of Americans Xander
Schauffele and Kevin Kisner, England's Justin Rose and Northern
Ireland's Rory McIlroy.
"I dedicate this victory to my family and my staff," said
Molinari, who has now won three times and come second twice in
his last six tournaments.
"It was a big fight but luckily did it. Congratulations to my
opponents who were absolutely exemplary.
"I'd like to thank so many people, starting with my wife.
Without her I never would have done it.
"It's a success I had dreamed of for a long time, and now
finally it has come".
Molinari played with a resurgent Tiger Woods, who briefly led
but eventually carded five under.
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