Brian Harman wins the British Open in his first major championship
Brian Harman turned back every challenge in the British Open, from big names to bad weather, and took his place among major champions with a victory that was never seriously in doubt.
by The Associated Press
Jul 23, 2023
4 minutes
HOYLAKE, England — Brian Harman turned back every challenge in the British Open, from big names to bad weather, and took his place among major champions Sunday with a victory that was never seriously in doubt at Royal Liverpool.
Harman twice responded to a rare bogey with back-to-back birdies, leaving everyone else playing for second. He closed with a 1-under 70, making an 8-foot par putt on the last hole for a six-shot victory.
At age 36, he is the oldest first-time major winner since Sergio Garcia was 37 when he won the Masters in 2017.
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