Welcome to ‘THE Hole At’, where Golf Digest’s Derek Duncan (our go-to for all things golf course architecture) breaks down the hidden histories behind the most famous holes in golf. In this episode, Derek dives into the long, but getable Par-5 18th hole at Valhalla Golf Club (Host of the 2024 PGA Championship). From its original slight dogleg-right design, to the addition of a tiered water hazard and a split fairway approach, to becoming one of the most storied and dramatic holes of the modern era, Derek explores the fascinating history behind one of the game’s most iconic golf holes.
Host: Derek Duncan
Producer & Editor: Ben Walton
Cinematography: Ben Walton & Will Fullerton
Audio: Mike Kelly
Executive Producer: Christian Iooss
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this and the every hole at series should never end
Can’t wait to see it in person next week!!
The only reason Valhalla hosted so many majors/significant events (all of which were run by the PGA of America) is because the PGA had a significant ownership stake in the club and was basically just scratching its own back by having events there. It doesn’t really have very much to do with the golf course itself.
They are going to eat this hole alive. Rory is going to rain 4 irons into this green.
Beautiful golf course but the professionals have out grown it and sadly it's become irrelevant after just about 40 years. I'm sure that par 5 was mean back in the 80's and 90's but now it's child's play when guys hit driver 350.
the old guy is better. who asked for this dude
AYYYYYYY
I think the 18th at Pebble has produced a lot of drama, but usually in earlier rounds.
Why? Because the prior holes tend to seal someon3s fates, good or bad. 17th is ridiculously hard if the wind is up. And the whole back 9 isnt a slouch.
If it were easier, I think youd see the 18th at Pebble be more dramatic.
This series is sooooo good!
Need every hole at Troon and Pinehurst
Course is so lame
Great video. However, while this guy is ok, bring back the other older guy. He is a better presenter.
@golfdigest Where is the every hole at Valhalla video?
not sure about the regularity stat. pretty sure st.Andrews has hosted more majors since 1996 (2000, 2005, 2010, 2015, 2022).
Very cool
Every hole at Valhalla Golf Club please!!
Bring back Ron Whitten, he was a much better presenter.