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PGA Championship course primer: 7 things to know about Valhalla
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PGA Championship course primer: 7 things to know about Valhalla

**PGA Championship course primer: 7 things to know about Valhalla**

Valhalla Golf Club will host the PGA Championship for the second time when the major championship returns to Louisville, Kentucky, in 2024.

Here are seven things to know about the course:

– Designed by Jack Nicklaus and opened in 1986, Valhalla is a par-72 layout that stretches 7,562 yards.
– The course is known for its challenging greens, which are often undulating and have subtle breaks.
– Valhalla has hosted several major championships, including the 1996 PGA Championship, which was won by Mark Brooks.
– The course underwent a renovation in 2015, which included the addition of new tees and bunkers.
– Valhalla is a popular destination for golfers of all skill levels, and it has been ranked among the top 100 courses in the United States by Golf Digest.
– The course is expected to be a stern test for the world’s best golfers when the PGA Championship returns in 2024.
– Valhalla is located in Louisville, Kentucky, and is easily accessible by car or plane.

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Royal Troon’s 6th hole to set Open distance mark
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Royal Troon’s 6th hole to set Open distance mark

**Royal Troon’s 6th Hole to Set Open Distance Mark**

The iconic 6th hole at Royal Troon is set to become the longest par-3 in Open Championship history, measuring 236 yards from tee to green. The hole, known as the “Postage Stamp,” is situated on a narrow spit of land and has been a formidable challenge for golfers throughout the years.

The decision to lengthen the hole was made to provide a stiffer test for the players and to ensure that only the most accurate shots are rewarded. The new distance will require players to hit a precise tee shot to find the putting surface and avoid the treacherous bunkers that guard the green.

Royal Troon has hosted the Open Championship nine times, and the 6th hole has played a pivotal role in many memorable moments. In 2004, Todd Hamilton holed out from the tee for a stunning birdie, while in 1973, Tom Weiskopf found himself in the infamous “Barry Burn” after hitting his tee shot short.

The new distance of the 6th hole is sure to add another chapter to the rich history of this iconic course.

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