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Ryan Fox returns to New Zealand after British Open victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 3:49 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Ryan Fox returns to New Zealand after British Open victory

Summary

Ryan Fox arrived in New Zealand on July 24, 2026, after winning the British Open. He was greeted by family at Auckland airport and expressed a desire for rest and a local gourmet pie. Fox won his first major title last week at Royal Birkdale, birdieing the final hole. He plans to spend time with family, show off his trophy, and hopes for good weather to play golf. Despite his hectic schedule, he aims to thank supporters for their encouragement.

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By the Numbers

•Ryan Fox won the British Open at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026.
•He returned home to New Zealand on July 24, 2026.
•Fox plans to rest and enjoy local cuisine.
•He aims to thank supporters for their kindness.
•Fox hopes for favorable weather to play golf soon.

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3:49 AMYahoo Sports — British Open winner Ryan Fox arrives back in New Zealand, hankering for sleep and a pie

What they're saying

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Ryan Fox arrived back in New Zealand on Friday after carrying the British Open championship -winner's claret jug from one side of the world to the other, hankering for some sleep and a gourmet pie. Fox was embraced at Auckland airport by his father, former All Blacks rugby player Grant Fox, as he arrived with his wife Anneke and two children. Fox birdied the final hole at Royal Birkdale last Sunday for his first major win.
— Yahoo Sportsby STEVE McMORRAN

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