Joe Dean qualifies for The Open with fiancée as caddie

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 3:40 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Joe Dean qualifies for The Open with fiancée as caddie

Summary

Joe Dean won the Last-Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale, securing his spot in The Open set to start Thursday. He finished with a two-under 68, edging out Andrew Wilson by one shot. This marks Dean's third appearance in The Open, where he previously placed tied-70th in 2017 and 25th in 2024. Dean has been working alongside his fiancée, Emily, as his caddie. They have recently recorded two top-10 finishes in their last three outings together on the DP World Tour. Dean is now focused on the tournament amid final wedding preparations next week.

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By the Numbers

•Joe Dean won the Last-Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale on July 13, 2026.
•He finished with a score of two-under 68, winning by one shot.
•Dean's fiancée, Emily, served as his caddie during the qualifier.
•This will be Dean's third appearance in The Open.
•He has experienced recent success on the DP World Tour with Emily on his bag.

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Joe Dean is putting final preparations for his wedding on hold after securing a late invite to The Open by winning the Last-Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale.
— Sky Sports

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