It has been a memorable fortnight for Charlotte Heath and Frederik Kjetterup, with the golfing couple both securing their maiden professional tour titles within seven days of each other.
Kjetterup claimed his first HotelPlanner Tour victory at the English Trophy at The Caversham in Reading on 13 September, before Heath followed suit by capturing her first Ladies European Tour title at the La Sella Open in Spain a week later.
This week, Kjetterup is on Heath’s bag during the practice days at the Buccellati Ladies Italian Open at Golf Club Milano before heading off to his next event. The pair have become each other’s biggest supporters as they chase success on their respective tours.
“He won a week before me,” Heath said. “I had Alex [Long] on the bag last week and he kept saying, ‘Freddie’s won, now you’ve got to win.’ It was pretty funny that we managed to do it back-to-back.
“The deal was that if he won, I get a nice bag,” she laughed. “Last week we joked that because it was such a big purse, if I won he would get a Rolex. So now he owes me a bag and I owe him a watch.
“We just want to support each other. Men’s and women’s golf are so different, it’s like comparing apples and pears. It’s very much a team effort and we help each other as much as we can.”
The victories have propelled both players up the rankings on their respective tours, with Heath currently leading the LET Rookie of the Year standings.
While the rookie race remains a notable achievement, the Englishwoman insists her focus remains firmly on her own game.
“It’s nice if you get Rookie of the Year, but it’s not something I’m concentrating on,” Heath explained. “If I focus on myself and somebody else ends up playing better than me, then so be it.
“With the Order of Merit, let’s see how high I can finish. Winning last week got me into Chinese Taipei, which I wasn’t in before, and it’s exciting to have those opportunities and experiences playing in Asia.
“This is also my first time in Italy, so I’m very excited for the food. From a golf perspective, it’s a very different golf course. Last week was much firmer, while this week it’s very soft, so it will take a little adjustment during the practice days.”
Despite the whirlwind of celebrations following her breakthrough victory at La Sella Resort, Heath admits the achievement is still sinking in.
“It’s still processing,” she said. “I’ve had so many kind messages and it’s been really nice.
“More than anything, it’s a relief knowing that I can do it. I’ve been close a few times and ended up on the wrong side of things, so getting it done takes a bit of pressure off your shoulders.
“I don’t think you can truly learn how to handle those situations until you’re actually in them. Sunday was stressful. When the putt dropped on the last hole, I was just relieved it was over. I wasn’t hitting it great, but my short game was really strong and saved me throughout the day. It was emotionally draining.”
Among the many messages Heath received were words of encouragement from close friend and fellow Florida State alumna Lottie Woad. The pair represented England together at the 2023 World Amateur Team Championships, alongside fellow LET member Caley McGinty, in the same year Heath claimed the Smyth Salver at the AIG Women’s Open.
“I went to college with Lottie and we’re very good friends,” Heath said. “My phone has been blowing up. I’ve lost count of how many messages I’ve had.”
Heath is one of eight LET winners from the 2026 season teeing it up this week at the Buccellati Ladies Italian Open. A field of 120 players will compete at Golf Club Milano, with the tournament played over 54 holes and a cut to the leading 60 professionals and ties after two rounds.
