Royal Troon (Old)

Arnold Palmer, Tom Weiskopf and Tom Watson are among the Americans who have won at Troon, yet the most memorable shot was struck by a non-winner, 71-year-old Gene Sarazen, who aced the 123-yard “Postage Stamp” 8th during the 1973 Open — with a 5-iron! While some argue that the closing stretch is too flat to inspire affection, it is undeniably tough, earning Troon its long-held accolades. (Down 4)