Ryan Fox makes decisive putt to secure 2026 Open Championship
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 7:03 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Ryan Fox celebrated his first men's golf major victory after making a crucial putt during the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. He described the moment by saying 'everything was shaking' as he took the decisive shot. This win adds to Fox's credentials as a top competitor in the sport, following his consistent performances leading up to the championship. With this victory at Royal Birkdale, Fox joins the elite group of golfers with major titles.
- •Fox wins his first men's golf major at the Open Championship.
- •The event took place at Royal Birkdale.
- •Fox described his final putt as a moment of intense pressure.
- •This victory could impact Fox's ranking and future tournament selections.
- 7:03 PMBBC Sport — 'Everything was shaking' - Fox on putt that won him The Open
"Ryan Fox reacts to winning his first men's golf major, saying "everything was shaking" as he made the putt that sealed the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
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