What a fresh, solid start to the year! The first two games of Tiger Woods’ 2025 TGL at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, stemmed massive engagement. “It’s the most fun we’ve ever had playing golf,” said Wyndham Clark after slamming NYGC with a 2-9 win. Could we be more entertained? Bustling ahead, LAGC secured a decisive 12-1 win over Woods’ Jupiter Links on Jan 14th.  

Match 3 is set for Justin Thomas, Patrick Cantlay, and Billy Horschel of Atlanta Drive against NYGC’s Cameron Young, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Rickie Fowler. The TGL hype goes beyond these exciting and unexpected matchplays to re-imagine a groundbreaking arena-style venue. Let’s unpack the holes for match 3!

What will the different segments be at TGL match 3?

On 15 holes, TGL 2025 has materialized the hybrid golf course with two segments, triples (1-9) and singles (10-15). They feature a mix of challenges, few well-known venues, and endless possibilities.

Expectations are high for the rest of the gameplays designed to tee off exciting rules and challenge strategic thinking. Our thoughts immediately go to the “hammer” that lets teams double the stakes of a preferred hole once every match. 

Match 3 between NYGC and ATL will be played on 15 holes, designed by Beau Welling Design, Nicklaus Design, and Pizá Golf. So, what are these fairways like for each segment?

The Triples, 3 vs. 3 from 1 to 9

First on the list, the triples will begin with Cameron Young and Justin Thomas teeing off at “Temple” (par 4, 481 yards). Mimicking an ancient landscape, the hole tightens at 285 yards with penalties on either side. The second hole, “Bonnie Link” (par 5, 649 yards) literally translates to “beautiful chain links” of Scotland courses. For caution, players can opt for the left or right fairway, positioning themselves for a more controlled three-shot approach to the green.

“On the Rocks” (par 3, 179 yards) will expose the complete course for Rickie Fowler and Patrick Cantlay who will tee off from the island sitting on the edge of a cliff! Spectacular! Next, the “Serpent” (par 5, 616 yards) hole is a tricky one with water that pushes players to complete it in three shots. “Oh Chute” (par 3, 205 yards) is the 5th hole under triples. Here, the claustrophobic tree lines demand left-to-right shaped tee shots to avoid traps.

Hole 6th, named “Loot on the Line” (par 5, 391 yards) is set on Bounty Bay and encourages players to shoot over the guardian bunker as a safe option. Ahead, “Craic On” (par 3, 151 yards) is windy and brings the shortest par 3s. “‘Craic’ is an Irish word for having fun and this should be a super fun hole,” describes Beau Welling, the course designer.

On deck, Bluebonnet (par 4, 312 yards) resembles the Texas canyons, bold, but with a safer route for an uphill approach. Number 9, “Riptide,” (par 5, 572 yards) is a call back at North Cali’s Pebble Beach, 18th hole. Its rocky hills overlooking the beach will require golfers to move to stick to the coastline to avoid dangers on the left.

The Singles, head-to-head from 10 to 15

Here come the one-on-ones! At “Quick Draw,” (Par 5, 729 yards) experience a large left fairway with a 300-yard drive to reach a plateau. It stretches nearly 750 yards around the canyon rim for players to prove their strategic layup. Caught between a rock and a hard place? The next one will have Matt Fitzpatrick against Billy Horschel.

“Straight Up” (Par 4, 464 yards) could remind us of Tiger Woods’ battle to win it. Laced with water on the left, the patch is shaped like a cocktail shaker with beachy sands on the right. Risk-ay!

The gameplay will then move to “Set in Stone” (Par 3, 183 yards) following many tee box points. The hole’s 41-yard peninsula is a string of hope. Chad Goetz, the designer of this course, insists on hitting a shot to the GreenZone on the 200-yard for a sweat-less finish.

“Alpine” (Par 4, 535 yards) is up next to rain swings on swings. One of the initially designed holes, it’s been through heavy topographical experiments that reward a precise 300-yard draw, but a miss to the right could mean chaos at the hilltop.

Another long par 3 like the “Oh Chute,” “Cliffhanger” (Par 3, 174 yards) will require golfers to control their shots against a virtual right shoulder wind to reach the green. “Pinery” (Par 5, 601 yards) is the 15th one of them all. This sand-lined hole demands players to stay calm off the tee and navigate over the water to land safely on the green. 

These 15 holes at TGL’s debuting season are stacked with steep uphill tee shots, water carries, and tight fairways for nonstop competition. Their thoughtful combination guarantees unpredictability in every match. Stay tuned for every pivotal moment, TGL is teeing history.