Much too tough for a six handicap. And while the Pennsylvania Turnpike does bisect the course, it’s far enough below grade as to be not at all intrusive. It is fair to clarify that I played 2 different courses: Saturday was firm and very fast, with greens rolling faster than 2007 US Open final round but a big rain that night made it softer and a little bit “easier” on Sunday. - 3rd is so up the hill the second shot!! Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pa., is regarded as one of the most challenging golf courses in the world. Power is needed at Oakmont but power without sound execution is meaningless here. I've played Oakmont four times, hate it. His son William, former U.S. Nelson's two-round total of 132 (–10) broke the 51-year-old record by four shots, established by Gene Sarazen in 1932. The combination holes -- both short and long -- and the manner by which they are inserted into the routing brings to the forefront the fullest range of shotmaking prowess. 15 at Oakmont Country Club. Oakmont Country Club Play, relax and enjoy life at one of the DFW area's best combinations of natural beauty and challenging play in Corinth, Texas, featuring an 18-hole championship golf course. Oakmont is one of the select few courses that is both an enigma as a fiercely private country club as well as being something of a public asset, owned in the hearts and memories of fans of the game that have watched the game’s history defined by it’s legends.Oakmont is the hardest course in America in the minds of many. The tenth and the first sandwich the ninth, and both play toward the turnpike gorge. Oakmont, along with Shinnecock Hills and Pebble Beach and Pinehurst #2, are all stellar and all for various reasons due to the nature of their designs. Before Mickelson and others enjoy their whine and they cut it down (2007). Play it once, and unless you're an extremely proficient golfer, you'll want to decline your next invitation. The hospitality of the staff from the guard house, bag drop, locker room attendant, pro shop, caddie, to lunch server was top notch and made for a warm environment that left the mark that in addition to the fine championship course, the rich history, that the club operations and staff are top notch. Despite horizontal torrential rain, this was a magnificent golfing experience. But be prepared for a long, frustrating day. [11], The course has been consistently ranked as one of the five best by Golf Digest 100 Greatest Golf Courses in America.
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Oakmont prides itself on the speed of its greens and woe the player who doesn't hit consistent approach shots with that in mind. It was, according to 1927 U.S. Open winner Tommy armour, “a cruel and treacherous playground.” It still is. I played last year as part of the St. Anthony’s outing after being on the waiting list as a single for two years. “Oakmont Country Club is the ultimate examination of golf. The course is long and tight with thick rough and the fastest greens you'll find anywhere. I love the history of the club and the historic clubhouse. The 2nd hole at Oakmont Country Club, viewed from behind the green. The par 72 course played to 6,981 yards (6,383 m) in 1935 and the average score for the field was 80.55 (+ 8.55) and the field recorded 3 rounds under par. No.

Oakmont for me is one of the few championship courses that remain a wonderful experience while at the same time being able to test the pros as much as anywhere. A sure long iron off the tee to the right of a flanking drainage ditch and a precise wedge below the hole will produce favorable results. Are there any DVD's Availale ? Won by Sam Parks, Jr. at 11 strokes over par. Was this review helpful? 14th Hole at Oakmont Country Club (358 Yard Par 4) Bogey Beware: 8th Hole – 288 Yard Par 3 – Most avid golfers are familiar with the term of 1/2 par holes, however the 8th at Oakmont is worthy of a new classification called the 3 3/4 par. The most noted being the long time "low" final round of 63 by champion Johnny Miller in the final round of the '73 US Open. One tip, listen to your caddy and keep the ball below the hole where-ever possible. Justin K. Aller/Getty Images for DC&P Championship. ", Christopher Hunt: "The short 358-yard fourteenth hole presents some options for the player. Are you a member at Oakmont? - 8th is not only long but so tough, even from 225yds. Each photo in this tour of the course is accompanied by commentary from golf course design enthusiast Christopher Hunt, based on his own playing of Oakmont.

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