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Ryan Fox Prevails in Four-Hole Playoff to Win Canadian Open

Fox’s clutch birdie on the fourth playoff hole secured him a spot in the U.S. Open after rising to 32nd in the world rankings.

Ryan Fox on the 18th hole during the final round of the RBC Canadian Open in Caledon, Ont. on Sunday.

Overview

  • Fox and Sam Burns finished the 72 holes tied at 18-under 262, forcing four extra holes on the par-5 18th.
  • Fox smoked a 3-wood that settled seven feet from the pin on the fourth playoff hole for the decisive birdie.
  • The victory was Fox’s second PGA Tour win in five weeks and his eighth career title worldwide.
  • His triumph vaulted the 38-year-old from 75th to 32nd in the Official World Golf Ranking.
  • Taiwan’s Kevin Yu claimed third place at 17 under while Cameron Young and Matt McCarty tied for fourth at 16 under.