Overview
- Fox sealed a one-shot victory Sunday with a 12-foot birdie on the 72nd hole to finish at 10 under and edge Cameron Young after a bunker-induced bogey at the par-3 15th that he later called pivotal.
- He climbed back into contention by firing a record-tying 62 on Moving Day, carrying momentum into a chaotic final round where four players traded the lead.
- Fox celebrated with the Claret Jug, pouring red wine into the trophy, and immediately shared the moment with family while receiving tributes including an Instagram message from Jack Nicklaus.
- Cameron Young finished runner-up after a costly bunker miscue and bogey on the 18th, missing a chance to force a playoff.
- The week also renewed scrutiny of rules enforcement after Bryson DeChambeau was penalized following broadcaster replay, prompting fresh questions about the role of televised evidence in major championships.