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Ernie Els is one of only six golfers in history to win both the U.S. Open and The Open Championship twice each, and uniquely parlayed this elite playing pedigree into designing top-ranked golf courses across five continents.
Ernie Els is a globally recognized golf course architect and Hall of Fame golfer, renowned for his unique approach to design and extensive international influence. Launching Ernie Els Design in 2000, Els transitioned from a legendary playing career—marked by four major championships and over 70 worldwide titles—to create acclaimed courses in Africa, the US, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. His first notable collaboration was the Whiskey Creek Golf Club in Maryland, followed by high-profile projects like the Els Club brand, which began in Dubai and expanded worldwide. Els is especially known for the significant modernization of the West Course at Wentworth in England, a project blending tradition with groundbreaking innovation. His company has developed over 15 courses, with further projects ongoing in Vietnam, China, and elsewhere. Els’s commitment to sustainability, versatility in design, and deep understanding of the game's global nuances make him a key figure in modern golf architecture.
