Ryan Fox Claims 2026 Open Championship Title at Royal Birkdale

Ryan Fox etched his name into golf history by winning the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in July 2026. The New Zealander, who had never previously finished inside the top 10 at any major, carded a final round birdie on the 72nd hole to reach 10-under par, securing the Claret Jug by a single shot over American Cameron Young.

The decisive moment came on the final hole, where Fox executed a perfect drive into the fairway, followed by a 175-yard approach shot that landed 11 feet from the pin. Sinking the birdie putt, the 39-year-old became only the second player from New Zealand to win The Open, following Bob Charles's victory in 1963. Fox is currently listed at +10000 (FanDuel).

A Diverse Major Season

Fox's win capped a major championship season notable for its international diversity, with all four major winners hailing from different countries. Rory McIlroy, representing Northern Ireland, claimed the Masters title and is currently priced at +1300 (FanDuel). England's Aaron Rai secured the PGA Championship, and his current odds are +7000 (Bovada).

The U.S. Open saw American Wyndham Clark emerge victorious, and he is presently available at +4000 (FanDuel). Fox's triumph for New Zealand completed a unique quartet of champions from varied golfing nations. Cameron Young, who finished as the runner-up to Fox, is currently listed at +2200 (FanDuel).