During The 151st Open, Brian Harman found himself at the centre of a lighthearted yet awkward moment when a friend texted him with an attempted nickname: “The Harmanator.” Harman’s reaction was unequivocal, dismissing the moniker as “dreadful” and making it clear that it won’t be sticking anytime soon.

At the end of the second round, Harman was enjoying a massive lead of five strokes over second-placed Tommy Fleetwood. Let’s find out why the friend came up with a nickname for him. And why Harman dismissed it straight away.

Brian Harman has no patience with “The Harmanator”

Nicknames are a common part of sports culture, often arising from a player’s unique characteristics, achievements, or sometimes just a playful twist on their name. In the case of Brian Harman, his friend’s attempt at conferring on him the moniker “The Harmanator” took an unexpected turn. Harman’s round-two score of 6-under was what probably moved the friend to do it.

During a post-round interview at The 151st Open, Harman was asked about the text from his friend and the proposed nickname. His immediate response was one of amusement and disapproval. With a wry smile, he humorously stated that athletes don’t get to choose their own nicknames but unequivocally expressed his dislike for this particular one.

Is “The Juggler” any better? Or is it equally dreadful?

The exchange caught the attention of golf fans and media, leading to various discussions about nicknames in sports. Some players wholeheartedly embrace creative monikers that resonate with their playing style or personality. However, others, like Harman, prefer to let nicknames develop naturally rather than being forced upon them.

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Fans on Twitter had their fair share to say about the new nickname.

Another fan called him a bad person, jokingly.

Some fans even came to back up Harman and said it was an awful name to have.

“The Juggler” is another nickname he got in the comments.