Tommy Fleetwood

Golfer sinks 72-foot eagle putt in playoff to end 69-year win drought for country at event

Unheralded American finishes 72 holes on 10-under 274 in only his 45th PGA start

American voiced sympathy for players such as England's Tommy Fleetwood, who slipped out of the top 10 to No. 11.

English golfer believes the showpiece event could serve as a welcome distraction