Golf: Sporting legacy and speed key to Kiwi Ryan Fox’s victory at the Open Championship 2026

New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox, 39, won the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in England, claiming his first major title. Fox secured victory by sinking a birdie on the 18th hole just 22 seconds after playing partner Sam Burns had holed out. The Auckland-born golfer is noted for his exceptionally fast pace of play and comes from a strong sporting family background.