Tommy Fleetwood relieved as family leaves Dubai amid regional conflict

British golfer Tommy Fleetwood expressed significant relief on Thursday after his family safely returned to the United Kingdom from their home in Dubai The family's travel was complicated by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, creating an anxious period for the golfer while he was in Florida competing at The Players Championship

Fleetwood’s wife, Clare, his son, and two stepsons, who have resided in Dubai for the past four years, landed in the UK on Wednesday evening Speaking to reporters after a round of 69, Fleetwood confirmed their safe arrival and the reassurance it brought him. “Of course,” he said when asked if he was relieved. “It is difficult not being able to travel. That has obviously been difficult. But when you know they’re fine, that’s kind of a relief”

He added that his wife is now “very relieved” to be back in England after the journey Fleetwood also commented on the broader situation, acknowledging the widespread impact of the regional events. “It’s just not a great time for so many people in the country. It’s just unsettling for everyone, really,” he stated The source article did not specify the exact nature of the travel disruptions the Fleetwood family encountered but linked them directly to the regional conflict