Brian Harman's struggles prompt Johnson Wagner's advice on putting

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Brian Harman's struggles prompt Johnson Wagner's advice on putting
Summary

Johnson Wagner has expressed concern over Brian Harman's performance this season, particularly regarding his putting technique. Heading into the final round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship, Harman is tied for sixth but projected to finish outside the top 50 in the FedEx Cup standings. Wagner believes Harman should revert to his previous long putter, which he used successfully in the past. Harman's underwhelming year contrasts with his performance last season, where he reached East Lake. With changing dynamics in the PGA Tour, finishing in the top 50 is critical for qualifying for future signature events and maintaining competitive standing.

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  • Harman is in a tie for sixth at the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
  • He is projected to finish 51st in the FedEx Cup standings.
  • Wagner urges Harman to switch back to a long putter.
  • Harman has only one top 10 finish this season.
  • Pressure is high for players to secure top 50 spots for future events.
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  • 12:30 PMYahoo SportsJohnson Wagner worried about what Brian Harman has done for the first time in his career this year
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Johnson Wagner has implored Brian Harman to go back to his old putter after seeing the 2023 Open Championship winner test more clubs than ever before this season. Harman went into the FedEx St.

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