Get ready, golf fans! In the spring of next year, Myrtle Beach is set to welcome its first-ever PGA Tour event on the stunning Grand Strand. The Dunes Golf and Beach Club is gearing up to host the Myrtle Beach Classic from May 6 to 12 as part of the 2024 FedEx Cup Regular Season. This announcement has sent waves of excitement throughout the local community. With a generous purse of $3.9 million up for grabs, including an impressive 300 FedEx Cup points for the champion, the event promises fierce competition and unforgettable moments. This Full-Field event is strategically timed to coincide with the Wells Fargo Championship, scheduled at the Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte. As Myrtle Beach joins the PGA Tour map, the anticipation and buzz among golf enthusiasts are palpable. The chosen venue, the Dunes Golf and Beach Club, boasts a rich history in the world of golf. Designed by the renowned Robert Trent Jones, the course has been a staple since its inception in May 1948. Notably, it previously hosted the Charles Schwab Cup Championship on the PGA Tour Champions from 1994 to 1999. This prestigious background adds an extra layer of significance to the upcoming Myrtle Beach Classic. As the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and the PGA embark on this four-year partnership, residents and visitors alike are in for an unforgettable golfing experience. Mark your calendars and get ready to witness history in the making as the Grand Strand becomes a noteworthy stop on the PGA Tour circuit.
