Collection: WITB - 2026 Open Championship - Ryan Fox

Ryan Fox Captures First Major Title with Thrilling Open Championship Victory

The New Zealander produced the round of his life on Sunday at Royal Birkdale, closing with a 2-under 68 to finish at 10-under par and claim a dramatic one-shot victory at the 154th Open Championship. Fox sealed the win in unforgettable fashion, rolling in a clutch birdie putt on the 72nd hole to edge Cameron Young after a tense and thrilling final round. 

The championship featured several momentum swings throughout the afternoon. Cameron Young posted a brilliant 64 early in the day and waited in the clubhouse as the leaders battled the demanding conditions. Sam Burns, who began the final round with the lead, faltered on the front nine. Fox stayed patient despite a few costly mistakes on the back nine, responding with birdies on four of his final six holes, including the tournament-winning putt at the last. 

At 39 years old, the victory marks the biggest achievement of Fox’s career. The son of New Zealand rugby legend Grant Fox, he has long been regarded as one of the game’s biggest hitters, but his steady improvement in every area of his game has transformed him into one of golf’s most complete players. With his first major championship secured, Ryan Fox has etched his name into golfing history as Champion Golfer of the Year.

TOURNAMENT SCORES: 72-68-62-68 (-10)

BAG SPECS:

Driver: Srixon ZXi RKT LS+ (10.5°) - Fujikura Ventus TR Black+ 7 TX

3-Wood: Srixon ZXi RKT (15°) - Fujikura Ventus TR Black+ 8 X

Irons: Srixon ZXi5+ (3), ZXi5 (4-5), ZXi7 (6-PW) - Fujikura Ventus Blue+10 X (3), TT DG Tour Issue X100 (4-PW)

Wedges: Cleveland RTZ (50°10 MID, 56°10 MID, 60°06 LOW) - TT DG Tour Issue X100 (50), TT DG Tour Issue S400 (56,60)

Putter: Ping Anser 2D

Ball: Srixon Z-Star XV