Phil Mickelson 2021 PGA: Oldest Major Winner Ever
At 50 years and 11 months old, Phil Mickelson became the oldest major champion in history when he held off Brooks Koepka and Louis Oosthuizen at the 2021 PGA Championship on the Kiawah Ocean Course.
Golf History + Facts
Explore the rich history and fascinating facts of golf. From the origins of the game in Scotland to iconic moments in major championship history, legendary courses, player profiles, and the evolution of equipment and rules.
YE Yang 2009 PGA: Tiger’s First Major Loss
How Y.E. Yang erased a two-shot deficit at Hazeltine, ended Tiger Woods’s 14-0 record with a Sunday major lead, and became the first Asian-born man to win a men’s major championship.
Royal Portrush Hole 16: How to Play Calamity Corner
Royal Portrush’s 16th hole, Calamity Corner, is golf’s most intimidating par 3. Here’s how to play the chasm, Bobby Locke’s Hollow, and the green.
Augusta National Hole 13: How to Play Azalea
How to play Augusta National’s 13th hole, Azalea — the lengthened par 5 that closes Amen Corner and decides Masters Sundays.
Tiger Woods 2000 US Open: 15-Shot Pebble Beach Win
The 2000 US Open at Pebble Beach is the single most dominant performance in major championship history. Tiger Woods won by 15 strokes, set the largest margin of victory in any major ever played, and turned a US Open setup that humbled every other player in the field into his personal proving ground. In this … Read more
Hell Bunker at St Andrews: How to Play Hole 14
Hell Bunker is the most infamous hazard at the Old Course. A complete strategy guide to playing the 14th hole at St Andrews — routes, escape, and history.
Whistling Straits Hole 17: How to Play the Pinched Nerve
A complete strategy guide to Whistling Straits hole 17, the Pete Dye par 3 nicknamed Pinched Nerve. Wind, clubbing, aim lines, and recovery play.
Miracle at Medinah: The 2012 Ryder Cup Comeback
How José María Olazábal’s Europe came back from 10-6 down at Medinah to win the 2012 Ryder Cup 14½-13½ — match-by-match, the tactics, and the legacy.
Carnoustie Hole 18: How to Play the Barry Burn
A strategic guide to Carnoustie’s 18th hole — the Barry Burn, the tee shot decision, the approach, and what Van de Velde’s 1999 collapse teaches us.
Augusta National Hole 12: How to Play Golden Bell
Augusta National’s 12th, Golden Bell, is the shortest hole on the course and the most feared par 3 in major golf. A complete strategy guide.
