Can You Name These 10 Famous Golf Courses?

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    Arguably the most famous golf course on the planet. - ProProfs

    Arguably the most famous golf course on the planet.

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We have compiled a selection of what we believe to be some of the best golf courses in the world,
can you name them all?

Can You Name These 10 Famous Golf Courses? - Quiz

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  • 2. 
    This course hugs the Monterey coastline and has many wide-open water views. - ProProfs

    This course hugs the Monterey coastline and has many wide-open water views.

    Explanation
    The given answer is a list of keywords related to Pebble Beach. Pebble Beach is a renowned golf course located in California, USA. It is known for its scenic views of the Monterey coastline and expansive ocean views. Therefore, the answer accurately describes the course and its location.

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    Constructed in 1991 by the top golf architect Robert Trent Jone, considered to be a top ranked golf course. - ProProfs

    Constructed in 1991 by the top golf architect Robert Trent Jone, considered to be a top ranked golf course.

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Valderrama Valderama San Roque valderrama san roque valderrama spain". This answer is suggested because it provides the name of the golf course, Valderrama, and mentions its location in Spain. It also includes the names San Roque and Valderama, which are likely associated with the golf course. Additionally, it mentions that the golf course was constructed in 1991 by Robert Trent Jones, a well-known golf architect, and is considered to be a top-ranked golf course.

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    Score a hole-in-one on the 19th, and you have just won yourself a million and the right to call yourself the most Xtreme golfer on Earth! - ProProfs

    Score a hole-in-one on the 19th, and you have just won yourself a million and the right to call yourself the most Xtreme golfer on Earth!

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    With nothing but water between the tee and the green, the 17th hole strikes fear into even the most accomplished player. - ProProfs

    With nothing but water between the tee and the green, the 17th hole strikes fear into even the most accomplished player.

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    This course holds worthy reputation worldwide as a testing layout for even the best golfers. This ‘desert miracle’ features hundreds of indigenous species of flora and fauna, beautifully complemented by meandering fairways and seven fresh and saltwater lakes. - ProProfs

    This course holds worthy reputation worldwide as a testing layout for even the best golfers. This ‘desert miracle’ features hundreds of indigenous species of flora and fauna, beautifully complemented by meandering fairways and seven fresh and saltwater lakes.

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    Founded in 1878, this course is the eight time host of the British Golf Open Championship. - ProProfs

    Founded in 1878, this course is the eight time host of the British Golf Open Championship.

    Explanation
    Royal Troon is a golf course located in Troon, Scotland. It was founded in 1878 and has since become a prestigious venue for golf tournaments. The fact that it has hosted the British Golf Open Championship eight times further highlights its significance in the golfing world. Its long history and reputation make it a fitting choice for hosting such a prestigious tournament.

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  • 8. 
    The location couldn't be more dramatic with elevated greens and sunken fairways most bordering 100 foot cliffs with the Pacific Ocean crashing on the rocks below. - ProProfs

    The location couldn't be more dramatic with elevated greens and sunken fairways most bordering 100 foot cliffs with the Pacific Ocean crashing on the rocks below.

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    Rolling fairways set amidst pine trees and beautiful lakes, features include the almost island green of the 9th and the famous 16th Par 3 over the cliffs. - ProProfs

    Rolling fairways set amidst pine trees and beautiful lakes, features include the almost island green of the 9th and the famous 16th Par 3 over the cliffs.

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    Famous for the iconic Harbour Town Lighthouse, this course is one of Pete Dye’s best with very little undulation and each hole carved out of the tree-line marsh. - ProProfs

    Famous for the iconic Harbour Town Lighthouse, this course is one of Pete Dye’s best with very little undulation and each hole carved out of the tree-line marsh.

    Explanation
    This answer correctly identifies Harbour Town Golf Links as the course famous for the iconic Harbour Town Lighthouse. The mention of Pete Dye as the course designer and the description of the course having very little undulation and each hole carved out of the tree-line marsh further support the correctness of the answer. The additional information provided about the location being in Harbour Town, USA and Hilton Head, USA is also accurate.

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