Today, we dive into the green battlefields of the 4 most important golf tournaments in the world, where the best players are pitted not only against each other, but also against history and tradition.

1.AUGUSTA MASTERS

This tournament is the first on the annual calendar and is held on the second weekend in April. It was inaugurated in 1934 and is the only one with a fixed venue, the Augusta National Golf Club.

One of the most exciting aspects of the tournament is the Amen Corner, a series of three holes (11, 12 and 13) that has witnessed crucial and exciting moments over the years.

Among other things, the Masters is famous for its traditions, such as the Green Jacket, which is awarded to the winner, and the award ceremony in which the previous champion places the jacket on the new winner.

The greatest winner of the tournament is the famous Jack Nicklaus, with a total of 6 titles.

2. PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

This competition represents the championship of the Professional Golfers’ Association of the United States (PGA). It usually takes place in May, although it was traditionally held in August. It is held at various courses throughout the United States.

In 1958, stroke play was implemented (the player who completes the course in the fewest number of strokes wins), which is also used for the rest of the majors.

Winning the PGA Championship is a significant achievement in a golfer’s career and is one of the four events required to reach the Career Grand Slam, which also includes the Masters, US Open and British Open.

Unsurprisingly, in this tournament, Jack Nicklaus also holds the record with 5 titles.

3. UNITED STATES OPEN

Also known as the U.S. Open, this tournament is organised by the United States Golf Association (USGA). It was created in 1895 and takes place at the end of June at different golf courses in the country.

Unlike previous tournaments, this championship is open to any professional or amateur golfer with a current handicap of 1.4, with no age limit.

The golf courses that host the U.S. Open are often known for their difficulty and challenging conditions. The rough (high, thick grass) is often kept longer than at other tournaments, and the greens can be particularly fast and tricky. The player with the lowest score at the end of the four rounds is crowned the champion.

An important and desired fact is that the winner receives an automatic invitation to play the other three majors for five years and direct qualification for this tournament for the next ten years.

4.BRITISH OPEN

The Open Championship, or the British Open, is the oldest golf tournament in the world. The first edition was held in 1860 at Prestwick Golf Club in Scotland. Over the years, the tournament has been a landmark in the history of golf and has contributed significantly to the development of the sport.

It is played every July, at the end of July, on a links course (coastal areas dominated by sand dunes) mainly in Scotland, England and occasionally in Northern Ireland.

Players often have to contend with high winds and rain for four rounds, which adds an extra element of challenge to the tournament. And the way to qualify for this tournament varies according to performance in previous tournaments, world rankings and local and regional qualifying events.

The winner of the Open Championship receives the famous Claret Jug trophy, a unique distinction that has become one of the most coveted prizes in golf.

In every putt, every drive, and every moment of glory, the 4 most important golf tournaments in the world serve as beacons that illuminate the greatness and passion that surrounds golf. Thus, we conclude our tour of these iconic events, remembering that beyond the trophies and victories, it is the shared stories and timeless moments that make these tournaments enduring memories for players and fans alike.