Joe Dean wins Open Championship Last-Chance Qualifier, earns final spot at Royal Birkdale

Joe Dean, a 32-year-old former delivery driver from England, won the Open Championship Last-Chance Qualifier on Monday, July 13, 2026, earning the final spot in the 154th British Open at Royal Birkdale. Dean secured his place with a key eagle at the par-5 14th hole during the qualifying round. His journey from delivery driver to The Open field marks a remarkable story heading into the major championship.