Stuart Smith has successfully defended his title at the Emirates PGA Matchplay Championship, claiming victory for the second consecutive year at Jumeirah Golf Estates.

Stephen Wilson, Sujjan Singh, Stuart Smith, Michael Major

Stephen Wilson, Sujjan Singh, Stuart Smith, Michael Major

In the morning’s semi-finals, Smith narrowly defeated Michael Major, while Sujjan Singh earned his spot in the final with a win over Stephen Wilson.

The afternoon showdown on the formidable 7,700-yard Earth Course saw Smith and Singh battle it out in a thrilling match. Smith ultimately sealed the win on the 16th hole.

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With this victory, Smith narrows the gap in the Emirates PGA Order of Merit, now trailing leader Jackson Bell by just 75 points with only two events remaining in the season.

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