Open Championship: Ryan Fox cards the third record 62 of the week
History at Royal Birkdale continues to unfold at an unusual pace. Ryan Fox delivered the third record-tying round of 62 at this year’s Open Championship, marking a rare trend in professional golf. Fox finished his day with nine birdies and a single bogey, securing a share of the lead.
The feat occurred just 24 hours after Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns posted identical scores. These performances move the 62 into a new status within major championships, mirroring the shift of the 100-mph pitch in baseball. Modern equipment, power-focused play, and manageable course conditions have allowed professionals to push scoring thresholds further than before.
Fox has never finished inside the top 15 of a major tournament throughout his career. His recent success follows a victory at the 2025 RBC Canadian Open. While the leaderboard reflects the aggressive scoring, history shows that shooting 62 does not guarantee a victory. Xander Schauffele remains the only player among those who have carded a 62 in a major to go on and win the event.
As the tournament heads toward its conclusion, the focus remains on whether these low scores will persist. Royal Birkdale is proving susceptible to high-level play, and players are taking full advantage of the current setup.