San Diego, October 23, 2025
News Summary
As the 2026 PGA Tour season approaches, golf’s length continues to surprise both players and fans. With impressive average swing distances and long courses set to test top players, the new schedule emphasizes distance. Courses like Torrey Pines and Muirfield Village are among the longest, pushing players to elevate their game. The shift in events, with Kapalua’s absence and Sony Open’s prominence, adds to the anticipation for golf lovers. As the game grows longer, amateur golfers are reminded of the average 6,100-yard course length, highlighting the challenges ahead.
Golf’s Lengthy Challenge in San Diego
Attention all golf fans! Exciting news is buzzing as the 2026 PGA Tour season approaches, and it appears that the game is getting longer and longer—especially for those top-tier players swinging their clubs on the PGA Tour. If you’re a fan of distance, you may want to pay close attention to the upcoming schedule, as some of the longest courses in PGA history are set to test the skills of the world’s best golfers.
PGA Tour’s Long Hitting Champs
Did you know that the longest hitters on the PGA Tour currently average an impressive 303.3 yards off the tee? If that doesn’t astound you, check this out: last season, the longest hitter averaged a jaw-dropping 324.8 yards per drive. Now that’s what we call power! With these distances on the rise, it seems only fitting that the courses are getting stretched out, too.
A Shift in the Season’s Schedule
In a notable twist, the PGA Tour has announced that the Kapalua event (Sentry) will not be held this year, shifting the spotlight to the Sony Open, which will kick off the season. There’s no doubt golf enthusiasts are eagerly waiting to see how this new lineup will pan out!
The Courses That Rule Them All
When it comes to the length of the courses, brace yourselves for the top contenders that are set to dominate the 2026 PGA Tour. The longest course on the schedule is no other than the South Course at Torrey Pines, stretching an impressive 7,802 yards. This remarkable course is also the host for the Farmers Insurance Open.
Coming in at second place is the iconic Muirfield Village Golf Club, which measures 7,571 yards. Golf lovers know it as the venue for the renowned Memorial Tournament. Following closely is the celebrated Augusta National Golf Club, famed for hosting the Masters Tournament, registering a yardage of 7,545.
Not far behind, we have the Quail Hollow Club at 7,538 yards. This club has gained fame for its challenging ‘Green Mile’ stretch and hosts the Truist Championship. The fifth longest course is the Grand Reserve Country Club, clocking in at 7,506 yards, which plays host to the Puerto Rico Open.
More Long Courses Take the Spotlight
The sixth longest course at 7,490 yards is East Lake Golf Club, proudly hosting the TOUR Championship. Meanwhile, the delectable Bay Hill Club and Lodge ranks seventh at 7,466 yards, home of the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Not to be outdone, Myrtle Beach’s Dunes Golf & Beach Club adds a coastal flair at eighth place with a layout of 7,450 yards, welcoming players for the Myrtle Beach Classic.
Rounding out the list, we have TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course), which measures 7,445 yards and hosts the RBC Canadian Open. And don’t forget about TPC San Antonio’s Oaks Course at 7,438 yards, which is the tenth longest and is famous for hosting the Valero Texas Open.
The Length Contest Continues
Shinnecock Hills Golf Club will hold play at 7,440 yards during the U.S. Open, while Memorial Park Golf Course is listed at the 14th longest, ranging between 7,412 and 7,475 yards. The Detroit Golf Club rounds out this impressive list as the 15th longest course, measuring 7,370 yards and hosting the Rocket Classic.
For all you amateur golfers out there, keep in mind that the average golf course length is about 6,100 yards, which may feel like a short stroll compared to the sprawling layouts on the PGA Tour.
As the golfing world turns its gaze to these lengthy challenges, one thing is for sure—the game is growing longer, and it doesn’t look like it’s slowing down anytime soon!
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- Brobible: 15 Longest PGA Tour Golf Courses
- Golf Monthly: How Far Does Each Course on the 2025 PGA Tour Schedule Measure
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- GolfWRX: The Drivers That the Top 10 Longest Hitters on the PGA Tour Are Using
- CBS News: TPC Berthoud Pro Golf Longest Hole Challenge
- Wikipedia: Golf
- Google Search: PGA Tour golf courses
- Google Scholar: PGA Tour longest courses
- Encyclopedia Britannica: PGA Tour
- Google News: Golf News
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