07/17/2026
β³ The final rounds of The Open Championship are upon us, and if you're anything like me, you'll probably find yourself watching a little more golf than you planned this weekend.
One thing I'll be paying closer attention to? The bunkers.
This fascinating Wall Street Journal article explains why these "places of repentance" are among the most expensive features on a golf course to build and maintain... despite making up just 1β2% of the course.
Enjoy the golf this weekend... and may all your bunker shots find the green. π€
They are one of the most-expensive parts of a golf course to build and maintain. And they didnβt always come with rakes.