Hollick’s last-hole eagle wins BMW International Open as South African edges du Plessis
Michael Hollick eagled the 18th to claim the BMW International Open title, sealing a dramatic -18 finish and his first DP World Tour victory in Munich.
Michael Hollick produced a sensational finish at the BMW International Open, eagling the final hole to secure a one-shot victory and the tournament title at Golfclub München-Eichenried. The South African closed at 18 under par to deny compatriot Hennie du Plessis in a dramatic final round that reshaped the leaderboard on the closing green. The 37th edition of the tournament, contested on the DP World Tour, delivered a tense finish and a milestone win for Hollick late in his career. (europeantour.com)
Hollick seals title with final-hole eagle
Michael Hollick began the final day sharing the lead and finished it by converting a decisive eagle at the par-5 18th to move one clear of Hennie du Plessis. The closing birdie-eagle sequence underlined Hollick’s composure as he holed a long putt to complete a tournament-defining finish. The victory marked his maiden DP World Tour title and capped a week of steady play amidst shifting conditions at Eichenried. (golfmagic.com)
Late swing in standings on the last two holes
The pair’s duel tightened in the closing holes after du Plessis bogeyed the 17th, opening the door for Hollick to take advantage at the 18th. Both players had traded momentum throughout the round, but it was Hollick’s capacity to convert at the final green that decided the outcome. The leaderboard changed rapidly as contenders dropped shots on the back nine, creating a dramatic finish watched by thousands at the Munich course. (europeantour.com)
Local favourite Rosenmüller finishes strongly with closing eagle
Local player Thomas Rosenmüller electrified the home crowd by eagling the 18th on Sunday to vault into sixth place and secure the best German finish of the week. The 29-year-old, raised near the course in Ismaning, overcame mid-round struggles — including three bogeys on holes 10, 11 and 14 — to salvage a memorable result in front of local supporters. Rosenmüller’s late flourish earned him a top-six finish and a significant paycheck from the $3 million purse. (press.bmwgroup.com)
German field sees mixed results; Schmid stumbles and Kaymer misses cut
Matthias Schmid, who had been viewed as Germany’s best hope after a strong performance at the PGA Championship, saw his chances evaporate with a wayward third round that dropped him down the leaderboard. Schmid ultimately shared 23rd place, well down from the leading group he occupied early in the tournament. Martin Kaymer, a former BMW International Open champion, endured a difficult weekend and failed to make the cut despite late pre-tournament treatment aiming to address shoulder and elbow issues. (skysports.com)
Prize money, rankings and what the win means for Hollick
The BMW International Open carried a $3 million purse, with Hollick’s triumph earning him a winner’s cheque in the region of $510,000 and a silver trophy from the host club. Beyond the immediate financial reward, the victory delivers a major career milestone for the 39-year-old, who described a difficult period in which he briefly stepped away from touring and worked as a club professional. The win will also improve his standing on the DP World Tour rankings and grant exemptions that ease entry into coming events. (golfmagic.com)
The 37th BMW International Open at Golfclub München-Eichenried delivered a blend of local storylines and international drama, with Hollick’s late heroics joining the tournament’s list of memorable finishes. Players now turn their attention to the next events on the DP World Tour calendar, while Munich reflects on a week that combined variable weather, packed galleries and a final-day finish that will be replayed for years to come.
