Ryan Peake, a former Australian motorcycle gang member turned golfer, secured a spot at The Open Championship by winning the 104th New Zealand Open with a final-round 66, finishing at 23-under. After serving time in jail for assault, Peake rebuilt his career with the help of coach Richie Smith and family support, earning his first professional win and calling the victory “life-changing.” He overcame a four-stroke deficit to win and expressed gratitude for his team’s belief in him, emphasizing his passion for golf and the positive changes in his life.
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