Golf.com: Reverse Routing: Playing The Old Course Backwards

Playing The Old Course at St Andrews in “reverse routing” means tackling the historic links clockwise—starting on the 1st tee, finishing on the 17th green, then looping from 18 to 16, and so on—just like golfers did before the late 1800s. In this rare …


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Playing The Old Course at St Andrews in “reverse routing” means tackling the historic links clockwise—starting on the 1st tee, finishing on the 17th green, then looping from 18 to 16, and so on—just like golfers did before the late 1800s. In this rare video, Josh Sens shows how tees, fairways and angles suddenly feel brand new, diving into the history and strategy behind this one-in-a-lifetime twist on a classic course.

You’ll see why St Andrews still runs the reverse setup for a few special days each year, learn the unique challenges it throws at even seasoned players, and get a front-row seat to the traditions that make The Old Course so legendary.

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