History of Brian Harman in Timeline

Brian Harman is an American professional golfer, known for his left-handed play. He competes on the PGA Tour and has secured three tournament victories. Most notably, he won the 2023 Open Championship, marking a major championship win in his career. In addition to this achievement, he was a runner-up at the 2017 U.S. Open, highlighting his consistent performance at major championships.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 19, 1987: Brian Harman's Birth

On January 19, 1987, Brian Eric Harman was born in Savannah, Georgia.

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2003: U.S. Junior Amateur win

In 2003, Brian Harman won the U.S. Junior Amateur.

2005: Walker Cup Debut

In 2005, Brian Harman played on the winning Walker Cup team, becoming its youngest-ever member.

2005: NCAA Preview win

In 2005, Brian Harman won the NCAA Preview as part of the University of Georgia golf team.

2005: Players Amateur win

In 2005, Brian Harman won the Players Amateur tournament.

2007: Palmer Cup team member

In 2007, Brian Harman played on the Palmer Cup team.

2007: Porter Cup win

In 2007, Brian Harman won the Porter Cup, setting a tournament record with a score of 22-under-par 258.

2009: Walker Cup team member

In 2009, Brian Harman played on the winning Walker Cup team.

2010: First pro victory at the Manor Classic

In 2010, Brian Harman primarily played on the EGolf Professional Tour, securing his first professional victory at the Manor Classic, winning by three shots. He also played in three Nationwide Tour events, with his best finish at the Stadion Athens Classic at UGA where he placed T-18th.

2012: Qualified for U.S. Open

In 2012, Brian Harman qualified for his first major, the U.S. Open.

2012: Unique situation at the Players Championship

In 2012, at the Players Championship, Brian Harman, as the first alternate, had a unique situation when D. A. Points withdrew just before his tee time. He teed off alone for the first round after the starting partners had already begun. He eventually finished T51 in the tournament.

December 13, 2014: Marriage to Kelly Van Slyke

On December 13, 2014, Brian Harman married Kelly Van Slyke. They have three children and reside in St. Simons Island, Georgia.

2014: First PGA Tour win at John Deere Classic

In 2014, Brian Harman achieved his first PGA Tour win at the John Deere Classic.

August 30, 2015: Two aces in the same round

On August 30, 2015, at The Barclays, Brian Harman became the third player in PGA Tour history to record two aces in the same round.

2015: Travelers Championship Finish

In 2015, Brian Harman held the 54-hole lead at the Travelers Championship but ultimately missed the playoff, finishing in solo third place.

May 7, 2017: Wells Fargo Championship win

On May 7, 2017, Brian Harman won the Wells Fargo Championship at Eagle Point Golf Club, winning by one stroke with a 28-foot putt on the 18th hole.

2017: Runner-up at the U.S. Open

In 2017, Brian Harman finished in a tie for second place at the U.S. Open, four strokes behind the winner, Brooks Koepka, after holding the 54-hole lead.

2022: World Wide Technology Championship Finish

In 2022, Brian Harman finished in solo second at the World Wide Technology Championship at Mayakoba, four shots behind the winner. Following this, he tied for second at the RSM Classic.

July 2023: Open Championship victory

In July 2023, Brian Harman won the Open Championship at Royal Liverpool by six strokes, securing his first major championship title.

September 2023: Ryder Cup Participation

In September 2023, Brian Harman played on the U.S. team in the Ryder Cup. The European team won and Harman went 2-2-0, losing his Sunday singles match.