South African golfer Ryan Fox secured his first Major title at the 154th British Open after a thrilling final round at Royal Birkdale.The 39-year-old New Zealander, ranked 56th in the world, carded a 2-under-par 68 on the final day to finish at 10-under par, edging out American Cameron Young by one shot.

Fox's victory marks a historic moment for New Zealand, making him the third Kiwi to win a Major after Bob Charles (1963) and Michael Campbell (2005).The tournament saw dramatic swings, with Fox producing a record-low 62 in the third round and maintaining composure under pressure.Key moments included Young's late surge, Sam Burns' collapse, and defending champion Scottie Scheffler's near-miss.Fox's win highlights his resilience and precision, particularly his birdies at holes 13, 14, 16, and 18.The victory brings immense pride to New Zealand, closing a long gap in Major titles for the country.