The Open 2018 - as it happened: Francesco Molinari wins first-ever Major title

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Francesco Molinari became the first Italian player to win a major title after one of the most dramatic final rounds in Open Championship history.

Molinari, who had two wins and two second places in his previous five starts this season, carded a nerveless closing 69 at a windswept Carnoustie to finish eight under par, two shots clear of Justin Rose, Rory McIlroy, Kevin Kisner and Xander Schauffele.

Playing alongside a rejuvenated Tiger Woods, Molinari followed 13 straight pars with a birdie on the 14th and finished a brilliant round in fitting style with another from just three feet on the 18th.

Here's how it played out:

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[22 July 2018 19:25 · Harry Latham-Coyle]

A brilliant weekend, a brilliant champion - congratulations to Francesco Molinari, Italy's first major champion. 

I've been Harry Latham-Coyle for The Independent - thanks to all that have joined us this weekend, and stay tuned for plenty more reaction to Molinari's victory.