Quotes by Edoardo Molinari

“It was almost 15 feet past the hole with a big, big break. And I managed somehow to hole that putt - which was a huge one - so it was a big, big change in the match.”

“It means a lot to me. I still have to realize it completely. Im really, really happy to have this win and to have won it here, especially.”

“I was kind of mad at myself at 17 because I was 5 up after 11 and now he was coming back at me. I just told myself to make a good swing, otherwise its going to be even tighter. I didnt think standing on the 12th tee that Id be standing on the 17th tee.”

“Obviously I made the right decision. I guess Ill be an amateur for a little while longer.”

“I know, I know, but thats the way it is. But for sure I am not shaving it tomorrow morning. I guarantee that.”

“This is my first trip to a competitive tournament in the United States. So far, its looking pretty good. I really didnt know what to expect coming in and probably didnt expect to get this far, but its great to be here. This is the biggest tournament for me outside of the Open Championship.”

“We were both nervous today and it was tough. I was almost shaking at some points because The Masters and the U.S. Open mean so much.”

“It was by far my best round this summer, maybe ever under the circumstances. I really made some long putts.”

“Seven, eight and nine was the big turning point. I finally took the lead after being behind for 25 holes and was really playing well.”

“I have no idea how we (meaning his father) will celebrate tonight. We had a lot of fun this week together and I was very happy he came along with me and was here. It was fun. It was very special.”