Upcoming Golf Course Rankings: Courses Just Missed the Top 100

News Summary

The forthcoming release of the 2025-26 Top 100 Golf Courses in the World has golf enthusiasts buzzing. While the list is yet to be finalized, GOLF provides a sneak peek at courses ranked 101 to 150. These exceptional courses, although just shy of the coveted Top 100, are highly recommended for any golfer’s must-visit list. The expert selection process ensures that these rankings are both reliable and up-to-date, promising an exciting unveiling on November 19.

Get Ready for the 2025-26 Top 100 List: Courses Just Missed the Cut!

The anticipation is building as the next edition of the Top 100 Golf Courses in the World is on the horizon! Scheduled for release is the 2025-26 list, and golf enthusiasts everywhere are buzzing with excitement. But before the ink dries on that highly awaited list, GOLF is teasing us with a sneak peek of the courses that landed just outside the prestigious Top 100 rankings—specifically, those that hold spots 101 through 150.

Expert Evaluations Make Waves

The upcoming rankings undergo a meticulous selection process. An expert panel of raters dives deep into evaluating each course, using a robust set of criteria that assesses everything from the shot options available to players to the overall playability and aesthetic beauty of the courses. Each ranked course is meticulously assigned point values based on a voting system that categorizes votes into specific rank buckets—a process that ensures the rankings are reliable and trustworthy.

World-Class Yet Just Shy of the Top 100

Even though the courses finishing from 101 to 150 didn’t crack the coveted Top 100, they’re still considered exceptional and are highly recommended for any golfer’s bucket list. Each course has its own unique charm and challenges, making them worthy of your attention.

The Courses to Watch

Let’s dive into some of the highlights from the 101-150 range:

  • The Golf Club, New Albany, OH – Ranked 101st, this 1967 gem designed by Pete Dye narrowly missed the Top 100 by only a whisper, just 0.3 points!
  • Royal Porthcawl, Rest Bay, Wales – At 102, this historic course boasts a layout designed by Ramsay Hunter and Harry Colt, offering breathtaking coastal vistas and a worthy challenge.
  • TPC Sawgrass (Players Stadium), Ponte Vedra Beach, FL – This Pete Dye design, ranked 103rd, is famous for hosting the Players Championship, garnering attention from golf aficionados worldwide.
  • Royal Cinque Ports, Deal, England – Coming in at 104, this links-style course presents golfers with interesting micro-contours that keep them guessing.
  • Whistling Straits (Straits), Sheboygan, WI – Ranked 105th, this venue has hosted multiple PGA Championships and is a must-visit for fans of high-stakes golf.
  • Eastward Ho!, Chatham, MA – A challenging course with a glacial moraine landscape, ranked 106th.
  • Baltusrol (Upper), Springfield, NJ – At 107, this classic design by A.W. Tillinghast has undergone several restorations to enhance its original charm.
  • Muirfield Village, Dublin, OH – Developed by Jack Nicklaus, this course (ranked 108th) is well-known for its strategic layout.
  • Yeamans Hall, Hanahan, SC – A delightful blend of historical design and coastal scenery, this course comes in at 109.
  • Pasatiempo, Santa Cruz, CA – Designed by the legendary Alister MacKenzie, this stunning course ranked at 110 showcases amazing views and tricky greens.

Evaluating the Evaluators

The detailed evaluation process ensures that outlier scores are removed, and course assessments reflect their current state through careful age-weighting. This way, everyone can feel confident that the rankings don’t just represent yesterday but also reflect today’s playing conditions and experiences.

Join the Discussion

Mark your calendars, because all this excitement culminates in the grand announcement on November 19! GOLF encourages golfers to engage with the rankings, offering a venue for them to provide their own ratings for the courses they’ve played, adding yet another layer of community involvement to this thrilling countdown.

So, whether you’re already eyeing a course from this list for your next round or saving it for a future adventure, one thing’s for sure: there’s a lot to look forward to in the world of golf rankings!

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