Latest News About Old Course

Here’s the latest on The Old Course (St Andrews) based on recent reporting.

• Open Championship prep: The Old Course is undergoing a restoration and enhancement program ahead of The Open Championship scheduled for 2027, with the aim of refining the strategic challenge for elite players while restoring traditional features for everyday play. This work is being led by Mackenzie & Ebert, working with St Andrews Links Trust and The R&A.[1][2][3]
• Key changes: Planned updates include lengthening the course, moving or adding bunkers (notably on certain holes to increase risk and reward), and restoring historic features that have evolved over time. Irrigation system upgrades are also part of the broader project, to improve playability and sustainability.[2][3]
• Purpose and philosophy: The organizers emphasize preserving the Old Course’s unique character and history while ensuring it remains challenging for today’s top players and enjoyable for local and visiting golfers.[3][2]

If you’d like, I can pull the most recent articles and summarize any new specifics (hole-by-hole changes, expected completion timelines, or impact on Opens) with citations.