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Brian Harman Penalized for Amateur Ball Mistake at PGA

1/24/2026

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Brian Harman, the golfer, misplayed an amateur’s ball on the 10th hole during the first round of the American Express at PGA West, incurring a two-stroke penalty.
The misplay stemmed from a shot that landed near the green.
Harman corrected by playing his actual ball.
Analysts Curt Byrum and Smylie Kaufman expressed disbelief at the error.
Harman finished the round at 1-over 73 and tied for 142nd.

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Story summary

Brian Harman, the golfer, misplayed an amateur’s ball on the 10th hole during the first round of the American Express at PGA West, incurring a two-stroke penalty.
The misplay stemmed from a shot that landed near the green.
Harman corrected by playing his actual ball.
Analysts Curt Byrum and Smylie Kaufman expressed disbelief at the error.
Harman finished the round at 1-over 73 and tied for 142nd.