Who are Ryan Fox’s Parents?

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Ryan Fox
Ryan Fox

Ryan Fox, also known as "Foxy," is one of the most highly talented and skilled professional golfers from New Zealand. The professional golfer was born in Auckland on January 22, 1987, and has built an impressive career in golf, competing at the highest levels on both the European Tour and the PGA Tour of Australia. Sporting brilliance clearly runs in his family, as he is the son of former rugby union player the great Grant Fox and the grandson of famed cricketer Merv Wallace.

Ryan Fox established himself as a major figure in the world of international golf, winning attention and respect from fans and fellow competitors alike. He owes much of his success to his natural talent, dedication, and athletic background.

Fox's natural knack for golf became obvious from his early amateur days. In 2012, he turned professional to become one of New Zealand's top golfers.

He is renowned for his towering drives and aggressive playing style. In addition to his impressive driving abilities, his excellent ball-striking and putting skills have also contributed significantly to his success on the course.

Ryan Fox’s parents

Ryan Fox, a professional golfer hailing from New Zealand, is the son of Grant and Adele Fox. Adele is a school teacher while Grant is a former All-Black fly-half.

Grant Fox was born in 1962 in Auckland, New Zealand. He played rugby union for Auckland and the All Blacks from 1985 until 1992. In 1987, he was a part of the All Blacks team that won the first Rugby World Cup. After retiring from rugby, Grant worked as a pundit and analyst for numerous television networks.

Adele Fox was born in 1963 in Auckland, New Zealand. She is a former teacher who has volunteered for several charities. She enjoys playing golf and has participated in various amateur competitions.

Ryan Fox’s father

Ryan Fox is the son of the well-known Grant Fox.

Grant James Fox MBE, born on 16 June 1962, is a former New Zealand rugby union player. In 1987, he was a member of the All Blacks side that won the first Rugby World Cup. Fox set the world record for most points scored in a Rugby World Cup competition with 126 in the 1987 event. He also holds the world record for the most conversions in a single World Cup event, with 30 in the same 1987 competition.

Fox was born in the city of New Plymouth. He went to the Auckland Grammar School.

He wore the number 10 shirt (first five-eighth or fly-half) for the All Blacks from 1985 to 1993. During his time in the team, he was their main goalkicker and scored a total of 645 points in 46 All-Black test matches. His point-scoring record was made up of 1 try, 118 conversions, 128 penalties, and 7 drop goals.

In 1986, a member of the New Zealand Cavaliers, named Fox, traveled to apartheid South Africa as the official NZRFU tour was canceled in 1985. However, Fox was prohibited from being selected for the All Blacks for three tests due to his involvement in the rebel tour.

Fox's career highlight was New Zealand's victory in the first-ever Rugby World Cup in 1987, which was partly attributed to his precise kicking.

During the seasons of 1984, 1988, 1989, 1990, and 1993, Fox was recognized as one of the "Five Players of the Year" by the Rugby Almanack of New Zealand.

Ryan Fox’s mother

Ryan's mother's name is Adele Fox. Sports run in their family, with Fox being the third generation to compete internationally. His grandfather, Merv Wallace, was a talented cricketer, his father, Grant, was an All-Black legend, and his mother, Adele, was a formidable tennis player.

Nationality of Ryan Fox’s parents

Ryan Fox's parents are from New Zealand. His father and mother are both from the island country and hold citizenship there.

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A. Ryan Fox’s parents are Adele and Grant Fox.

A. Ryan Fox’s father is Grant Fox. 

A. Ryan Fox’s mother is Adele Fox. 

A. Ryan Fox's parents are from New Zealand.

A. Ryan Fox was born in New Zealand.

A. Ryan Fox's earnings are estimated at $1,992,722.

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