HOYLAKE, England—Unflappable American Brian Harman romped to a six-stroke victory in the British Open as he held a high-calibre chasing pack at bay on the greatest day of his career at a rain-drenched Royal Liverpool on Sunday.
The 36-year-old PGA Tour stalwart, an avid hunter back home in Georgia, offered hope for those wanting a thrilling conclusion to the 151st championship with a few early errors.
But the diminutive left-hander proved elusive prey for his bedraggled pursuers as he turned the final day into a procession, calmly plotting his way to the Claret Jug with a one-under closing round of 70 for a 13-under total of 271….