Professional golfer
Brian Harman
Brian Harman is an American left-handed PGA Tour professional from Savannah, Georgia. He owns four PGA Tour victories, highlighted by a dominant six-shot win at the 2023 Open Championship at Royal Liverpool. In 2026, he remains a consistent major-caliber player, with one top-three finish and six top
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AT A GLANCE
Quick facts
- Birthplace
- Savannah, GeorgiaUnited States
- College
- University of GeorgiaGeorgia Bulldogs
- Turned pro
- 2009PGA Tour professional
- Major titles
- 12023 Open Championship
- PGA Tour wins
- 4Career total
- Playing hand
- Left-handedCompact, controlled swing
THE STORY
What to know
Career headline
A major champion
Harman won the 151st Open Championship in 2023 at 13-under par, finishing six strokes clear for his first major title. The victory moved him into the world’s top 10 for the first time.
Playing identity
Compact, precise and gritty
Harman is known for a compact swing, strong wedge play and a fearless short-game mentality. He is not among the Tour’s longest drivers, but his consistency and competitiveness make him especially effective in difficult conditions.
2026 form
Still producing strong finishes
His 2026 season has included a tie for third at the 3M Open, a tie for 11th at THE PLAYERS Championship and several other top-25 finishes. His current PGA Tour profile lists him 65th in FedExCup standings and 63rd in the world ranking.
- T3 — 3M Open
- T11 — THE PLAYERS Championship
- T19 — AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
- T22 — Charles Schwab Challenge
Big wins
A résumé built over time
Before his major breakthrough, Harman established himself with wins at the John Deere Classic, Wells Fargo Championship and 2017 U.S. Open qualifying-era standout events. His 2023 Open win turned a very good career into a landmark one.
- 2014 — John Deere Classic
- 2017 — Wells Fargo Championship
- 2023 — The Open Championship
- 2025 — Valero Texas Open
Team USA
A Ryder Cup rookie in 2023
Harman made his Ryder Cup debut for the United States in 2023 after earning his place with the Open Championship victory. His style and competitive edge made him a natural fit for match play.
Equipment
A Titleist-centered setup
Titleist lists Harman with a Pro V1 ball, TSi2 driver and fairway woods, a mixed iron setup including U500 utility irons, T100 and 620 CB irons, plus Vokey SM9 wedges. His equipment choices reflect a preference for trusted, precision-focused clubs rather than constant change.
- Titleist Pro V1
- Titleist TSi2 driver
- Titleist TSi2 fairway woods
- Titleist U500, T100 and 620 CB irons
- Titleist Vokey SM9 wedges
CAREER & GOLF JOURNEY
Notable moments
Wins U.S. Junior Amateur
Harman established himself as one of America’s top young amateurs.
Wins Players Amateur
Another major amateur title strengthened his national profile.
Turns professional
Begins his professional career after playing at the University of Georgia.
First PGA Tour win
Wins the John Deere Classic for his first Tour title.
Wins Wells Fargo Championship
Adds a second PGA Tour victory with a dramatic birdie finish.
Wins The Open Championship
Captures his first major at Royal Liverpool by six strokes.
RECENT FORM
Recent results and activity
| Event | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 3M Open | T3 | 2026-07-26 |
| THE PLAYERS Championship | T11 | 2026-03-15 |
| AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am | T19 | 2026-02-15 |
| Charles Schwab Challenge | T22 | 2026-05-31 |
WHAT'S IN THE BAG
Equipment
- Driver
- Titleist TSi29 degreesOfficial WITB · 2026-09-14
- Fairway
- Titleist TS2 and TSi213.5 and 16.5 degrees listedOfficial WITB · 2026-09-14
- Irons
- Titleist U500, T100 and 620 CBUtility and cavity-back combinationOfficial WITB · 2026-09-14
- Wedges
- Titleist Vokey Design SM950.08F, 54.10S and WedgeWorks 60L listedOfficial WITB · 2026-09-14
- Ball
- Titleist Pro V1Officially listed Tour ballOfficial WITB · 2026-09-14
HH take
Why this profile is worth exploring
Harman is a great example of how elite course management, short-game skill and competitive toughness can outweigh raw distance—especially in wind and major-championship conditions.