Ryan Fox Wins Myrtle Beach Classic with Dramatic Chip-in, Secures PGA Championship Spot

New Zealander Ryan Fox secured his first PGA Tour title by winning the 2025 ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic in a dramatic three-way playoff, clinching victory with a remarkable chip-in birdie from just outside 50 feet on the first playoff hole. Fox finished the tournament at 15 under par, tying with Canada's Mackenzie Hughes and American Harry Higgs before the playoff, and his win earned him a two-year PGA Tour exemption, a $1.1 million prize, and a spot in the upcoming PGA Championship at Quail Hollow. Despite a challenging start to his PGA Tour career after transitioning from the European DP World Tour, where he had four wins including the flagship BMW PGA Championship, Fox expressed hope that this breakthrough would boost his performance in the US circuit. He acknowledged the difficulties of adapting to a new country and culture but was encouraged by his past success in Europe, where a similar win in 2022 propelled his career forward. Fox's victory was celebrated by fans and family, and he highlighted the relief and confidence the win brings, allowing him to play with less pressure for the remainder of the year. This victory also made him the oldest first-time PGA Tour winner since 2017, marking a significant milestone in his professional golf career.