Ben Crenshaw discusses course design ahead of Austin Championship

Golf.com • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 1:48 AM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Ben Crenshaw discusses course design ahead of Austin Championship

Summary

Two-time Masters winner Ben Crenshaw spoke about the impact of distance in golf course design as he prepares for this week’s Austin Championship. His remarks highlight the ongoing discussions within the sport regarding how distance has changed the approach to course layouts. Crenshaw's insights come as the tournament approaches, drawing attention to evolving design philosophies amidst the increasing distance golf players achieve.

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•Ben Crenshaw is a two-time Masters champion.
•He will participate in the upcoming Austin Championship.
•Crenshaw emphasized course design in relation to the distance boom.
•His comments reflect wider industry concerns about evolving golf strategies.
•The Austin Championship takes place this week.

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Two-time Masters winner Ben Crenshaw, ahead of this week’s Austin Championship, opened up on course design during the distance boom. The post He’s won Masters. And designs courses. Here are Ben Crenshaw distance thoughts appeared first on Golf.
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