The Oak Hill Country Club in Pittsford will host the 92nd edition of the U.S. Women’s Open golf tournament in 2037.
Having previously hosted seven men’s major tournaments, including three U.S. Opens and the 1995 Ryder Cup, this event will mark the first time a major women’s tournament has been played at the club and will be the seventh to be hosted in New York.
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“Major championship golf is in the DNA of Oak Hill, and we are thrilled to bring the U.S. Women’s Open tothe club for the first time,” said the US Golf Association (USGA) chief championships officer, John Bodenhamer, in a press release. “Oak Hill has long been a proven stage for some of golf’s biggest moments, and we are proud to add the U.S. Women’s Open to its storied history.”
Oak Hill has witnessed some of the most historic scenes in recent golfing history. From legend Arnolf Palmer paying a visit, Curtis Strange becoming the first player to win back-to-back championships since 1950 following his win in ’89, and the presence of a modern star and local fan favorite, Rory McIlroy, just two years ago during the 2023 PGA Championship.
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The club was founded in 1901 before moving to its current location in 1926. The course was restored in 2019 by Andrew Green.
Rodrigo Feijao is an intern for the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, focusing on sports-related stories and local music. He can be found on Instagram @rfeijao_777 and can be reached at RFeijao@gannett.com.
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