Ryan Fox captures Claret Jug at The Open Championship with final-hole birdie

Ryan Fox won The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club on July 19, 2026, marking his first major victory. After starting the final round seven shots back, he produced an impressive finish, needing to sink a birdie on the 18th hole to avoid a playoff. Despite a couple of bogeys earlier in the round, Fox recovered with three crucial birdies, ultimately draining an 11-foot putt on the final hole to secure the win. Cam Young, who had taken the clubhouse lead at -9, was left waiting to see if Fox could match his score.

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