The 1st at St Andrews is a legendary par-4 that launches countless pilgrimages on golf’s most sacred ground. The wide fairway offers multiple routes, but strategic bunkers like the Swilcan Burn punish poor positioning. The massive double green, shared with the 18th, presents challenging pin positions and treacherous putts. This historic opener sets the tone for the Old Course experience, where every shot echoes centuries of golfing tradition.

The Old Course reveals its character in the subtle challenges of the 4th, “Ginger Beer,” and the sweeping grandeur of the 14th, “Long.” The shared bunkers and rolling fairways remind you that here, every contour tells a story. With the town’s spires in the distance and the North Sea breeze at your back, you feel the timeless pull of golf’s birthplace, where every shot connects past and present.

The 18th at the Old Course is a walk through history. This iconic par-4 offers a wide fairway, but the real challenge lies in the emotions of the moment. Crossing the Swilcan Bridge, you pause to reflect on the legends who’ve walked before you. The approach to the Valley of Sin and the green, framed by the R&A clubhouse and cheering crowds, is a fitting finale to the Home of Golf.