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Late birdies spur Rose to Zurich Classic win

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Justin Rose of England tees off on the 15th hole during the final round of the Zurich Classic on April 26, 2015 in Avondale, Louisiana

New Orleans (AFP) - Justin Rose capped a marathon Sunday with back-to-back birdies at the last two holes to clinch the US PGA Tour's Zurich Classic by one stroke in a thrilling finale.

Rose had six birdies in his six-under 66 in the final round of the New Orleans tournament -- which was beset by weather delays -- and victory represents a satisfying follow-up to the Englishman's share of second behind Jordan Spieth at the recent Masters.