HOYLAKE—First-time major champions could be excused for celebrating with some lavish spending—perhaps a new sports car, boat, or house.
Not under-stated American Brian Harman.
After the unheralded 36-year-old won the British Open at rain-drenched Royal Liverpool on Sunday, he said part of his $3 million prize would be used to pay for his new tractor.
Mr. Harman grew up in Georgia and lives on St. Simons Island where he has a hunting estate—spending some of his spare time preying on his animals with a crossbow.
“I’m a bow hunter, no new rifles. I had a nice week a couple weeks ago and I bought a new tractor for my hunting place,” he told reporters after a romping six-stroke win in which he never allowed his pursuers to get close….