Ryan Fox shoots 62 at 2026 Open Championship
New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox shot an eight-under-par 62 during the third round of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, equaling the lowest round ever recorded in a men's major championship. Fox's score ties the record previously held by Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns. The strong performance puts Fox in contention heading into Sunday's final round, while top competitors including Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau face pressure to match or exceed his position.
Key takeaways
- 1.Ryan Fox's 62 equals the men's major championship record for lowest single round
- 2.The score ties marks set by Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns at previous championships
- 3.Fox's third-round performance places him in a strong position for the final round at Royal Birkdale
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