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DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – NOVEMBER 16: Matt Fitzpatrick of England poses his Father, Russell, Wife, Katherine Fitzpatrick, Mother, Sue and the DP World Tour Championship trophy on the 18th green following victory in the play-off on day four of the DP World Tour Championship 2025 at Jumeirah Golf Estates on November 16, 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
As Matt Fitzpatrick tees it up at the RBC Heritage<\/a> this weekend, the Englishman arrives at Harbour Town not only in strong competitive form, but also amid a significant and joyful chapter in his personal life. Fitzpatrick and his wife, Katherine, recently announced the good news that they are expecting their first child together \u2013 and Katherine has been glowing as she\u2019s shown off her bump in recent pictures!<\/p>\n Now there\u2019s an even more heartwarming piece of content circulating around the internet \u2013 and it\u2019s certainly sweet, quite literally! In a recent Instagram Story<\/a> posted to her account<\/a> this weekend, Katherine Fitzpatrick shared the moment she had with her father-in-law as they bonded over their joint affinity for sweet treats. Fans and observers alike found the moment just as heartwarming and uplifting as the recent positive announcements by the couple as Matt continues to dominate at RBC Heritage.<\/p>\n Matt Fitzpatrick Has Had a Family-Focused Week at Harbour Town GettyHILTON HEAD ISLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA \u2013 APRIL 16: Matt Fitzpatrick of England celebrates with the trophy in the Heritage Plaid tartan jacket alongside father Russell Fitzpatrick, girlfriend Katherine Gaal, caddie Billy Foster and mother Susan Fitzpatrick after winning in a playoff during the final round of the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links on April 16, 2023 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n While Matt Fitzpatrick\u2019s form on the course has drawn much attention from golf analysts, commentators, and fans, much of the spotlight during the RBC Heritage has shifted to his growing family. His wife, Katherine Fitzpatrick, revealed during tournament week that she is 24 weeks pregnant with the couple\u2019s first child. The announcement adds a deeply personal dimension to an already pivotal stretch in Fitzpatrick\u2019s season, with the couple expecting a summer arrival.<\/p>\n The pair, who married in October 2024, have quickly become a well-known presence on the PGA Tour circuit. Katherine has often been seen supporting her husband at events, and her recent social media updates have given fans a glimpse into life on tour during her pregnancy. The news of their anticipated bundled of joy has been met with widespread support from fellow players and their families, which is a perfect reflection of the close-knit nature of the global golf community.<\/p>\n And if the soon-to-be-parents weren\u2019t a glowing image on their own, now fans are gushing over the soon-to-be-grandparents \u2013 in particular, Matt Fitzpatrick\u2019s dad. In the wholesome Instagram Story posted by Katherine, the brief video is captioned \u201cDaughter-in-law who always wants a sweet treat\u201d followed by the camera panning to Matt\u2019s father with the caption, \u201cFather-in-law who always wants a sweet treat.\u201d The clip then culminates in the two toasting with their silverware as they dig into a plate of very delectable sweet creations.<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tMore Heavy on Golf\n\t\t<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\tLoading more stories\n\t\t<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/GettyImages-1482700988.jpg\")
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