Ryan Fox Makes History as First New Zealander to Win BMW PGA Championship

Ryan Fox Photo Credit: Srixon

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., September 18, 2023 (VSNewsNetwork.com) - New Zealand's Ryan Fox claimed his first Rolex Series title this weekend, becoming the inaugural Kiwi victor of the DP World Tour's esteemed BMW PGA Championship. This win, which followed a recent T-3 finish at the Horizon Irish Open, positions Fox as a golfer to watch on the international circuit.

Ryan Fox started the tournament with challenges, including a three-shot deficit and an early triple bogey. Despite these setbacks, he showcased a resilient game, carding all four rounds in the 60s. His final round of 5-under 67 included six birdies on the back nine and culminated in a one-stroke win with a finish at 18-under par.

Regarding his breakthrough performance, Fox stated, "I've always struggled a little bit around here and struggled to make cuts. So to have a back nine like that, especially after how I started, is amazing."

The New Zealander clinched his victory with a critical six-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole, securing his standing as the first in Strokes Gained total (+3.90) and Stroke Average (+67.50) for the week. This win follows Shane Lowry's 2022 championship, making it the second consecutive year that a player using Srixon/Cleveland Golf clubs has won this event.

Gear Behind the Triumph

Ryan Fox's winning arsenal featured:

• Srixon ZX5 Mk II 9.5° Driver

• Srixon ZX Mk II Fairway Wood (3)

• Srixon ZX5 Mk II Irons (3i-5i)

• Srixon ZX7 Mk II Irons (6i-PW)

• Cleveland RTX 6 ZipCore (50° MID, 56° MID, 60° MID)

• Srixon Z-STAR XV golf ball

For more information on the golf equipment that contributed to Fox's groundbreaking victory, visit us.dunlopsports.com/srixon.

Source: Srixon via Newswire