Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3)
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- 7,606yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1928
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Classic
History
Medinah Country Club's Course No. 3, opened in 1928 amid the cathedral oaks and maples of Chicago's western suburbs, has been the site of some of professional golf's most dramatic moments. Tiger Woods won three championships here — the 1999 and 2006 PGA Championships and the 2000 U.S. Open. But the course is equally remembered for the Miracle at Medinah — the 2012 Ryder Cup where Europe's extraordinary Sunday comeback from 10-6 down is one of the most astonishing results in golf history. The course's demanding tree-lined corridors and Lake Kadijah create a test of championship quality.
Signature Hole
17th hole, par 3, 219 yards — over Lake Kadijah to a peninsula green; one of the most photographed par-3s in America
Notable Tournaments
- 1949 U.S. Open
- 1975 U.S. Open
- 1990 U.S. Open
- 1999 PGA Championship
- 2006 PGA Championship
- 1988 PGA Championship
- 2012 Ryder Cup
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3) public or private?
Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3) is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3)?
Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3) was designed by Tom Bendelow (original), Roger Packard (renovation) and opened in 1928.
Where does Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3) rank among the top golf courses in America?
Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3) ranks #46 on our consensus ranking of America's 100 greatest golf courses, synthesized from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GOLF Magazine.
What is the signature hole at Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3)?
The signature hole at Medinah Country Club (Course No. 3) is the 17th hole, par 3, 219 yards — over Lake Kadijah to a peninsula green; one of the most photographed par-3s in America.