Golf: Best ever finish for Fox

Ryan Fox in action during the final round of the HNA Open de France. Photo / Getty Images

New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox has had his best finish on the European PGA Tour.

Fox has finished sixth at the French Open in Paris, five shots behind the winner, England's Tommy Fleetwood.

Fox has carded a four under 67 to finish on seven under par.

He earns nearly €220,000 for his efforts and improves 53 places to 49th in the tour standings.