Byeong-hun An 33/1 © Volvo China Open-Richard Castka/Sportpixgolf.com
The PGA Tour now moves back to the mainland and The Desert Classic now has a new Sponsor in American Express the tournament will still be held at the Arnold Palmer Course at La Quinta resort PGA West California. Set at the foot of the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains it offers breathtaking views. It incorporates five lakes and a canal that comes into play on holes 14 through to 17. Look out for the five finishing holes which are carved along the rugged mountain range.
The Palmer course measures 6,930 yards and has hosted the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic where David Duval shot a course record 59 in his final round to win the tournament by one shot, firing an eagle on the final hole.
