The 36-year-old hunting enthusiast from Georgia emerged victorious at Hoylake with a six-shot lead. Starting the day five shots clear of the field and nine ahead of Rory McIlroy, the 5ft 7in left-hander from south Georgia showcased his skills in golf’s oldest Major, finishing with a one-under-par 70 in constant rain. He finished 13-under par, six shots ahead of Korea’s Tom Kim, Austria’s Sepp Straka, Australia’s Jason Day, and Spain’s Jon Rahm.
While Harman faced some challenges early on with two bogeys in his first five holes, he displayed exceptional accuracy in his driving, impressive iron play, and remarkable short-game skills. His ability to navigate Hoylake’s challenging greenside bunkers, along with sinking a crucial eight-footer for a closing par-five, encapsulated his outstanding performance throughout the week.
Meanwhile, McIlroy’s fans were left disappointed as he missed out on another Major victory. Despite shooting descending rounds of 71, 70, 69, and 68, McIlroy’s performance fell short, finishing tied for sixth place, seven shots behind the winner. Reflecting on his performance, McIlroy acknowledged his improvement over the course of the tournament but lamented the challenging conditions. He expressed his desire to shoot a lower score but struggled due to the rain-soaked course.
With four Majors to his name, McIlroy acknowledged a sense of both hope and frustration. While his performance in recent years has been consistently strong, he remains determined to secure future victories. McIlroy expressed his optimism for the future, looking ahead to upcoming tournaments with the goal of adding more titles to his name.
In contrast, Harman’s victory solidified his position as a deserving champion. Despite a brief setback with a bogey on the fifth hole, Harman responded like a true champion, notching birdies at the sixth and seventh holes. He maintained his composure throughout the round, sinking crucial putts to maintain a comfortable lead. With a final bogey from Straka on the last hole, Harman sealed his victory, taking home his third PGA Tour win and his first in six years.
During the trophy presentation, Harman expressed his gratitude to his wife and family for their support. He expressed his excitement to reunite with them and celebrate his victory with a few pints out of the trophy.
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