Course Overview
The Cognizant Classic is contested at PGA National Resort’s Champion Course in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida — home of the PGA of America’s headquarters. The course plays to approximately 7,100 yards at par 70 and is famous for its finishing stretch known as “The Bear Trap” — holes 15 through 17 — which demands precision into three demanding holes with significant water involvement. The Bermuda fairways and greens play firm in the February Florida sunshine.
What to Look For
The Bear Trap finishing holes have decided many tournaments here and demand both nerve and precise execution. Strong iron play into well-protected greens is essential, as is the ability to manage risk on holes where water threatens around the green complexes. Past champions include Erik van Rooyen, Seamus Power, and Daniel Berger.