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I played The Old Course for the first time last week - did it live up to expectations?

A 5 handicap, a sunny day, and the most famous golf course in the world.

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Conor McGowan Roam Golf
May 15, 2026
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Sometimes in life when expectations are high, reality can be a letdown. I’ve heard some astronauts talk about their first experience leaving earth’s atmosphere and looking back on our blue planet only to feel underwhelmed - “it looks the same as the pictures”.

Last week I landed into St.Andrews for the first time in my life. I’m 32 and have been obsessed…

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