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What is the Hero World Challenge?

Unlucky for some, and one of the longest par 4 holes on the course measuring 481 yards, this narrow hole gives you a straight view to the double green. An accurate tee …

Why stay at the Hero World Challenge Albany?

Dec 01, 2021 · What Golf Course Is The Hero World Challenge Played On? The Hero World Challenge combines the best of luxury with the world’s top golfers at Albany, Bahamas, where the best of golf is played. Table of contents 1. who designed albany golf course? 2. what is the most famous golf tournament? 3. is hero world challenge a pga tour event?

What is the field size for the 2021 Hero World Challenge?

Nov 28, 2021 · After a one-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hero World Challenge returns to Albany Golf Club in The Bahamas. Hosted by Tiger Woods, the event features a top-tier field of FedExCup...

Did Jon Rahm win the Hero World Challenge?

Dec 01, 2021 · It is part of a 600-acre luxury resort community owned by a Tavistock group that includes Els, Tiger Woods, and Justin Timberlake. Albany ties for No. 20 on the 2021 list of Golfweek’s Best Courses...

Where is the hero golf tournament played?

the BahamasTiger Woods will welcome 20 of the world's top players to the Bahamas for the Hero World Challenge.Dec 5, 2021

Where is the Hero World Challenge today?

the BahamasHeld annually in the Bahamas with a title sponsor based in India, the 2021 tournament features players from 6 different countries. Fitting with the international nature of the event, the 2021 edition of the tournament's annual Beach Party took on a worldwide flair.

Who qualifies for the hero challenge?

By tournament rules, all players competing in the Hero World Challenge must be part of the top 50 in the world, except for sponsor exemptions. This year, all 20 players are part of the world top 50.Nov 29, 2021

How Old Is Tiger Woods now?

46 years (December 30, 1975)Tiger Woods / Age

How many rounds is the Hero World Challenge?

Inside the Ropes Walk from tee to green over 18 holes with a featured professional pairing and listen in as the pros make crucial club selections, read the breaks of the green and celebrate the perfect shot.

Does the Hero World Challenge count as a win?

Tiger Woods hosts the exclusive event and it features 20 of the best golfers in the world. It does not count toward PGA Tour records and there is no cut for the event. The purse for the tournament is $3.5 million.Dec 5, 2021

How is the Hero World Challenge field determined?

The organizers determine the field for Hero World Challenge via various criteria. The winner of The Players Championship receives an automatic invitation. Moreover, the defending champion of this event and the current year's major winners also receive the invitation.Oct 18, 2021

What is the payout for the Hero World Challenge?

The winner of Tiger Woods' 2021 Hero World Challenge will earn $1 million from a total purse of $3.5 million.Dec 5, 2021

Where is Hero World Challenge?

Exciting golf in an exclusive setting, the Hero World Challenge combines the best of luxury with 18 of the world’s top-ranked golfers at Albany, Bahamas.

How much did Hero World Challenge contribute to the Bahamas?

ALBANY, Bahamas – As part of ongoing relief and rebuilding efforts following Hurricane Dorian, the Hero World Challenge has contributed $184,500 to the ONE Bahamas Fund through a charity challenge to the players.

Where is the Hero World Challenge?

Location in Bahamas. The Hero World Challenge is a golf tournament hosted by Tiger Woods, which takes place each December. It features a small number (currently 18) of top-ranked golf pros. The tournament is a benefit for the Tiger Woods Foundation.

Who won the 2011 Chevron World Challenge?

In 2011, Woods won the tournament with a score of −10, defeating Zach Johnson by one shot. Woods made birdie on the final two holes to win; it was his first win in over two years, since the 2009 Australian Masters. It was called the Chevron World Challenge from 2008 through 2011.

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Albany in New Providence, the Bahamas – site of this week’s Hero World Challenge – was designed by Ernie Els and opened in 2010. It is part of a 600-acre luxury resort community owned by a Tavistock group that includes Els, Tiger Woods, and Justin Timberlake.

Legend: Fairways

The Puttview yardage book for Albany, site of the Hero World Challenge in New Providence, Bahamas (Courtesy of Puttview)

Location and challenges of the Albany Golf Club, Bahamas

The course is an 18-hole championship course, an Ernie Els design. A links and desert course, it is packed with natural elements like dunes and water bodies. The scenic course is a treat to the eyes, and it compliments the top tier of golfers who tee it up every year.

The previous editions of the Hero World Challenge

The challenge has been played in the Albany Golf Club for the previous five versions. The 2020 edition was canceled, owing to the covid-19 pandemic, but it returned stronger than ever with an increased 20-player field. Moreover, Tiger Woods, the host of the event, will finally join the festivities after much speculation about his presence.

Complete yardage of the venue for the Hero World Challenge

Here is a breakdown of the complete yardage of the 7347-yard (subject to change) golf course-

Format

26 Teams of two Professionals will play a ‘Texas Scramble’ format over holes 10-18.

How to watch

The event will be shown live in the UK and Ireland on Sky Sports and around the globe via the Tour’s expansive World Feed network. It will also feature across the Tour’s digital platforms

Golf course

Albany Golf Course Par 72 7,309 yards The Ernie Els design features a links-style layout, where the winning score will be somewhere around 18 under.

Key Stats

Data Golf has Strokes Gained: Approach as their far-and-away most important stat for the week, and it makes sense. If you look back at the players who have won at this golf course over the years (Henrik Stenson, Jon Rahm, Hideki Matsuyama), they’re all fantastic iron players.

Data Golf information

Course Fit ( compares golf courses based on the degree to which different golfer attributes — such as driving distance — to predict who performs well at each course – DataGolf): 1. PGA West (Palmer), 2. Warwick Golf and Country Club, 3. Detroit Golf Club

Twilight 9

Download this week’s episode to listen to Andy and my preview of the Hero World Challenge: Apple | Spotify

Betting odds

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds a full list.

Betting card for the Hero World Challenge

Rory McIlroy celebrates after winning the CJ Cup golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports