where is the albany golf course located where they play the hero world challenge

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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.

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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)

Hero World Challenge

The Hero World Challenge is held at Albany, New Providence, BAH. Learn About This PGA Championship, Course, History, & Why You Need to Visit!

Hero World Challenge History

The Hero World Challenge started in 2009. Tiger Woods is the founder of this PGA Tour event and it takes place in December of every year. Previous Hero World Challenge winners are:

Hero World Challenge Course

The Albany, New Providence course has 18 holes and 5 par 3s, 15 par 4s, and 3 par 5s. The total yardage of the Hero World Challenge course is 6,846 yards. The hardest holes on this course are #1, #15, and #18. The 18th hole has a yardage of 565 yards. This entire course is par 72 (72 holes in total).

Hero World Challenge Location

The Hero World Challenge is located at Albany, New Providence in the Bahamas.

Does Hero World Challenge count as a PGA Tour win?

No. The Hero World Challenge is a non-professional PGA event, but it’s an excellent opportunity to observe the top players in action on a unique layout. Spectators will also have a lot of fun at this event!

Who gets invited to the Hero World Challenge?

Each year, the Hero World Challenge invites 16 players from the world rankings to compete in this PGA Tournament.

Hero World Challenge Admission and Tickets

This event is free to attend and spectate. If you would like to play on the course, you can rent carts for $50 plus tax with clubs available ($25).