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David Mezzacane’s work at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club set the stage for it to become the first Italian venue to host a Ryder Cup.
David Mezzacane is a golf course architect known for co-designing the original layout of Marco Simone Golf and Country Club near Rome, Italy, alongside Jim Fazio. Their work at Marco Simone, completed in 1989, established the venue as a premier destination and ultimately led it to become the host course for major tournaments, including the Italian Open and the Ryder Cup. Mezzacane’s approach emphasized scenic integration with the ancient Roman landscape, combining modern playability with iconic local character. Although subsequent redesigns, including a significant overhaul ahead of the 2023 Ryder Cup, have altered the course, Mezzacane’s foundational routing provided the framework for its enduring success. The Marco Simone project is Mezzacane’s most internationally recognized contribution to golf architecture, making him part of Italian golfing history through this notable legacy. His partnership with Jim Fazio on the project highlights his role in shaping contemporary tournament golf in Italy.
