Tom Weiskopf

Tom Weiskopf (1942-2022) was a celebrated American professional golfer turned esteemed golf course architect. Born in Massillon, Ohio in 1942, Weiskopf enjoyed a stellar playing career throughout the 1960s and 70s, winning 16 PGA Tour titles, including the prestigious 1973 Open Championship at Royal Troon. He was known for his smooth swing and shot-making, finishing runner-up at The Masters four times and earning a place on multiple Ryder Cup teams.

After retiring from competitive golf, Weiskopf turned his sharp eye for course strategy into architecture, partnering first with Jay Morrish before establishing his own design legacy. Known for seamlessly blending natural landscapes with playable yet challenging layouts, Weiskopf popularized the drivable par-4 hole, introducing risk-reward options that make his courses exciting for all skill levels.

Among his renowned designs are Troon Country Club and the Monument Course at Troon North in Scottsdale, Arizona, as well as Loch Lomond Golf Club in Scotland—a course famous for nearly swallowing him in a peat bog during construction. Weiskopf was a pioneer of “stadium golf,” designing TPC Scottsdale and other venues to enhance spectator viewing and create electric tournament atmospheres.

An influential figure both on and off the course, he also worked as a broadcaster for CBS, ESPN, and ABC. Weiskopf passed away in 2022 at age 79, leaving behind an enduring impact on golf’s playing and architectural worlds.

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