How Ryan Fox won The Open - A Coaches View with Karl Morris and Randy Joyner #419

How Ryan Fox won The Open - A Coaches View with Karl Morris and Randy Joyner #419

Author: Karl Morris July 24, 2026 Duration: 1:04:39

Congratulations to Ryan Fox, winner of this year's Open - So what separates major champions from everyone else?

It isn't just talent or technique—it's the quality of their thinking under pressure.

Fresh from an unforgettable week at Royal Birkdale, Karl Morris is joined by performance coach Randy Joyner to analyse Ryan Fox's remarkable Open Championship victory. Karl Morris has worked with Ryan for more than seven years, Karl shares an insider's perspective on the mental habits, decision-making and performance skills that helped turn a difficult opening round into one of golf's greatest triumphs.

Together they explore the power of acceptance in action, why pursuing great shots beats avoiding mistakes, and how creating a clear intention before every shot allows your body to perform at its best. From Ryan's astonishing fairway bunker shot to his fearless approach on the final hole, this episode is packed with practical lessons every golfer can apply.

Whether you're trying to lower your handicap or simply enjoy golf more, discover how to develop the mindset that allows you to perform with greater confidence, freedom and consistency.

In This Episode:

  • How Ryan Fox recovered from an ordinary opening round to win The Open Championship.
  • The mental performance principles behind championship golf.
  • Why acceptance in action is one of the most powerful skills in golf.
  • The importance of creating a clear intention before every shot.
  • How verbalising your shot improves commitment and execution.
  • Why chasing great shots produces better results than avoiding mistakes.
  • The "Super 6" strategy for staying present during a round.
  • Lessons from watching Scottie Scheffler prepare and practise.
  • What Ryan Fox's remarkable bunker shot reveals about freedom and creativity.
  • Why routines should have rhythm—not become robotic.
  • Separating your identity from your score to perform under pressure.
  • Practical ways golfers of every level can improve their mental game immediately.

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Karl Morris has spent years working as a performance coach with some of the best golfers in Europe, and in Mind Caddie-Improve Your Mental Golf Game, he shares that expertise directly with you. This isn't just about swing thoughts or technical fixes; it's a deep, practical exploration of the psychology that dictates performance on the course. The conversation moves beyond simple positive thinking to address the real challenges players face: handling frustration after a bad hole, maintaining focus over eighteen holes, and building a resilient confidence that doesn't vanish under tournament pressure. Each episode feels like a personal session, breaking down the mental frameworks used by tour professionals into actionable strategies for any committed player. You'll hear discussions on managing expectations, creating effective pre-shot routines, and understanding how your brain can be your greatest asset or your biggest obstacle. The aim is to provide the tools that help you access your best game more often, turning those range sessions into reliable performance when it truly counts. Tune into this podcast for honest, nuanced talks that get to the heart of why we play the way we do, offering a distinct advantage that has nothing to do with new equipment and everything to do with the space between your ears.
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