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A Biarritz hole is one of golf's most theatrical par 3s: a long carry to a massive, elongated green bisected by a dramatic swale or depression that divides the putting surface into two distinct plateaux. Named after the French seaside resort where th

What is a Redan? A Redan is golf's most celebrated template hole—a diagonal par-3 featuring a green angled approximately 45 degrees from right to left with bold slope running toward the back. Named after a Russian fortification encountered during th

Olympic Golf: Your Complete Travel Guide ⛳ Golf returns to the Olympic stage at two of the world's most storied venues over the next decade. Los Angeles welcomes the world in 2028 at the legendary Riviera Country Club, whilst Brisbane showcases Aust

Scotland's national championship returns to East Lothian for another spectacular week of links golf, where the world's elite battle for glory just days before The Open Championship. The Genesis Scottish Open has evolved into one of the sport's must-a

When Europe and the United States collide on the pristine fairways of Adare Manor in 2027, golf fans will witness one of sport's most electrifying spectacles in one of the world's most luxurious settings. The Ryder Cup represents the pinnacle of team

Experience the intensity, passion, and world-class golf that defines the Solheim Cup, the premier international team competition in women's professional golf. Whether you're planning to witness the 2026 edition in the Netherlands or preparing for fut

Every October, three of Scotland's most revered links courses host one of golf's most unique events. The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship brings together world-class professionals and celebrity amateurs for four days of links golf at its finest, pla

Every architect knows the informal 'dogmas' of modern golf course design: avoid parallel holes if you can; more land is better; don't put two par 3s in a row; 18 green sites for 18 holes; prioritise visibility and minimise blind shots; avoid out-of-b

We are reviewing all of our panellists, past and present, for 2026 onwards. The first step is to attend an event in your local region and introduce yourself. If approved, you will receive additional information and credentials in due course. Engli

Contrary to popular belief, experiencing the very best golf courses in the world doesn't require a network of connections, generational wealth, or selling a vital organ. While headlines scream about £1,000 green fees at Turnberry and $1,250 rounds at

The biennial Ryder Cup matches have graced some of golf's most celebrated courses since 1927, creating an unparalleled legacy across two continents. These twenty-five championship layouts have witnessed the sport's greatest team battles, from crushin

Top 100 Golf Courses has ranked every course that has hosted the Walker Cup since 1922. The rankings cover three categories and provide insight into the championship venues that have shaped amateur golf's most prestigious international competition.

World Top 100 Ultimate Value Ranking The perception that the World Top 100 golf courses are exclusively reserved for the ultra-wealthy has been debunked. Contrary to popular belief, nearly 70% of the world's finest courses welcome travelling golfers

Texas Golf Boom Creates New Championship Destinations Something extraordinary is happening across the 268,596 square miles of Texas. In boardrooms from Dallas to Houston, on dusty ranch land from the Panhandle to the Hill Country, and in the pine fo

The World's Greatest Golf Courses Are More Accessible Than You Think For decades, golfers have dreamed about playing the world's best golf courses, only to discover that many top-ranked venues are private clubs accessible only through member invitat

How Golf Betting Transformed the Way We Experience the Game Imagine watching The Open Championship at Royal Portrush, where every shot carries new significance beyond just the leaderboard. You're not merely observing Rory McIlroy navigate the course