Tournament directors transformed a "quaint" stop into a player favorite through endless upgrades, proving that taking care of the entire ecosystem beats a tough calendar slot.
The 2026 U.S. Open will be remembered not for iconic shots, but for a hostile Hamptons crowd, an overly cautious course setup, and the logistical nightmares of a luxury venue.
Historic New York venue once again tests golf's finest in an examination to find the best; The golf ball rollback keeps rolling; Bud Cauley may have authored year's best storyline.
With extreme winds forecast, the USGA is erring on the side of caution at the 126th U.S. Open, using a flexible, well-hydrated setup to keep the brutal course tough but fair.
Gil Hanse breathes new life into the legendary 1926 Macdonald-Raynor design, restoring its massive greens, deep bunkers, and historic scale for public and university play.
The nearly century-old course got a needed makeover thanks to its nearby neighbor — Augusta National Golf Club — and noted architects Tom Fazio, Beau Welling and Tiger Woods.
