The Country Club (Main Course)
- Par
- 71
- Yardage
- 7,255yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1893
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Classic
History
The Country Club in Brookline is one of America's five founding golf clubs and possesses the most storied championship history in American golf. Founded in 1882 as a social club and converted to golf in 1893, it hosted the famous 1913 U.S. Open where Francis Ouimet's improbable victory over Harry Vardon and Ted Ray ignited golf's popularity in America. The 1999 Ryder Cup's stunning American comeback on the 17th green gave it another legendary moment. Rees Jones renovated the course before the 1988 U.S. Open, where Curtis Strange won back-to-back titles.
Signature Hole
17th hole, par 4, 380 yards — the pivotal hole of the 1999 Ryder Cup where Justin Leonard's putt sparked America's comeback
Notable Tournaments
- 1913 U.S. Open
- 1963 U.S. Open
- 1988 U.S. Open
- 1999 Ryder Cup
- 2022 U.S. Open
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Country Club (Main Course) public or private?
The Country Club (Main Course) is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed The Country Club (Main Course)?
The Country Club (Main Course) was designed by Willie Campbell & Rees Jones (renovation) and opened in 1893.
Where does The Country Club (Main Course) rank among the top golf courses in America?
The Country Club (Main Course) ranks #21 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 The Country Club (Main Course)?
The signature hole at The Country Club (Main Course) is the 17th hole, par 4, 380 yards — the pivotal hole of the 1999 Ryder Cup where Justin Leonard's putt sparked America's comeback.