Brian Harman
USA · Age 37
#22
World Ranking
63.2
Avg DFS Points
3.5%
Win Rate
85.8%
Cut Rate
Player Overview
Brian Harman shocked the golf world with a wire-to-wire victory at the 2023 Open Championship at Royal Liverpool, proving that elite short game and putting can still triumph over raw power in modern professional golf. The left-handed Georgian is one of the shortest hitters among top PGA Tour professionals, but he compensates with exceptional touch around the greens and one of the best putting strokes in the game. Harman's short game artistry allows him to scramble effectively and convert birdie putts that longer hitters leave themselves after less precise approaches. His Open Championship victory was a masterclass in scoring without distance. In DFS, Harman is a niche play who excels at specific course types where his short game dominance compensates for his lack of length.
Strokes Gained Profile
Brian Harman's strokes gained breakdown shows where they gain or lose strokes relative to the PGA Tour field average. Positive values indicate above-average performance in that category.
Recent Tournament Results
| Tournament | Finish |
|---|---|
| The Open Championship | 1st |
| Sony Open | T4 |
| RBC Heritage | T6 |
| THE PLAYERS Championship | T30 |
| Arnold Palmer Invitational | T19 |
Best Course Fits
Courses where Brian Harman's strokes gained profile aligns best with the demands of the venue, based on BirdieVantage's course-fit model.
Worst Course Fits
Courses where Brian Harman's skill profile is a poor match, suggesting they may underperform relative to salary in DFS.
DFS Strategy Tips for Brian Harman
Harman is the ultimate short-game specialist in DFS. His elite putting and scrambling make him a premium play at the right courses.
Target him at Pebble Beach, Pinehurst No. 2, and TPC Scottsdale where short game and putting are critical.
Avoid him at bomber courses like Torrey Pines South, Valhalla, and Augusta National where his lack of distance is a fatal flaw.
Harman is frequently underowned, making him an excellent low-ownership GPP dart throw at his preferred venues.
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