Although Hatton encountered late challenges, including a double bogey on the 13th and another dropped shot on the 14th, he managed to birdie the 18th and secure the win. Colsaerts, who had a chance to force a playoff, left his eagle putt short and missed the following birdie attempt.

Hatton expressed how special it was to win with his father, Jeff, present for the first time, especially at St Andrews, the Home of Golf. The victory also secured his place in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, and it means he can now attend Ryder Cup teammate Matt Fitzpatrick’s wedding, which had been in doubt due to scheduling conflicts.

In the team event, Denmark’s Thorbjorn Olesen and Irish businessman Dermot Desmond claimed victory, finishing at 48 under par, two shots ahead of Hatton and his father.