Ryan Fox arrived back in New Zealand on Friday after carrying the British Open winner's claret jug from one side of the world to the other, hankering for some sleep and a gourmet pie. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
Fox was embraced at Auckland airport by his father, former All Blacks rugby player Grant Fox, as he arrived with his wife Anneke and two children. Fox birdied the final hole at Royal Birkdale last Sunday for his first major win.
A few hours later, media found the 39-year-old Fox at his local bakery, enjoying his favorite steak, bacon, jam and cheese pie. He hopes in coming days to able to show off his trophy to New Zealand, to get in some fishing and maybe a round of golf. But first, sleep. Fox has had a hectic schedule of travel and interviews since his win.