Brian Harman is entering the 2025 golf season aiming to solidify his 2024 open Championship victory, demonstrating it wasn’t a one-off event, challenges & Ryder Cup prospects analyzed.
Harman’s Career Crossroads in 2025
At 38, Brian Harman faces a pivotal season after his stunning 2023 Open Championship victory. The left-hander struggled in 2024 with just two top-10 finishes, raising questions about whether he can remain among golf’s elite. With Ryder Cup qualification on the line, 2025 could define Harman’s late-career legacy.
2024 By The Numbers
• World Ranking Drop: #9 (2023) to #28 (current)
• Driving Accuracy: 68.3% (4th on Tour)
• Putting Woes: Fell from 1st to 42nd in SG: Putting
Key 2025 Challenges
Harman must address:
• Weekend Scoring (+2.3 avg in 3rd rounds last season)
• Distance Gap (290.1 avg drive ranks 178th)
• Major Consistency (MC in 3/4 majors post-Open win)
Ryder Cup Redemption?
The Georgia native hopes to:
• Earn automatic US team qualification
• Improve his 0-2-1 2023 Ryder Cup record
• Leverage his matchplay skills at Bethpage Black
What’s Next?
Harman’s gritty style suits tough courses like Oakmont (2025 US Open). If his putter heats up, another major run isn’t out of reach.