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Brian Claar

b. 1959

Professional golfer

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About Brian Claar

Born 1959. Brian Claar is an American golfer.

Brian J. Claar (born July 29, 1959) is an American professional golfer.

Early life Claar was born in Santa Monica, California. He played college golf at the University of Tampa where he was a two-time All-American. He was inducted into their Athletic Hall of Fame in 1989.

Professional career Claar turned professional in 1981. His best finish was a T-2 at the 1991 AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. He then played primarily on the Nationwide Tour from 1999 to 2002. His best finishes on this tour were a pair of T-2s in 2002, a playoff loss at the Hershey Open and T-2 at the Utah Classic.

Outside of the United States, Claar had success on the Asia Golf Circuit. In 1989 he claimed the Order of Merit title having won twice during the season, at the Hong Kong and Thailand opens.

Claar twice finished in the top-10 at a major. At the 1989 U.S. Open, he finished fifth, two shots behind Curtis Strange. At the 1992 PGA Championship, he finished tied for ninth, six shots behind Nick Price.

Claar has also worked as Champions Tour official.

Professional wins (3) Asia Golf Circuit wins (2)

Other wins (1) 1983 Rhode Island Open

Playoff record Buy.com Tour playoff record (0–1)

Results in major championships

CUT = missed the half-way cut "T" = tied

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University of Tampa
Awards
Asia Golf Circuit

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Brian Claar?

professional golfer

When was Brian Claar born?

Brian Claar was born on 29 July 1959 in Santa Monica.

What is Brian Claar's occupation?

Brian Claar is a golfer.

What nationality is Brian Claar?

Brian Claar is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Brian Claar

· Wikidata: Q4963359

· DBpedia: Brian Claar

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