The new greens and bunkers at the Pete Dye Stadium Course at PGA West, a result of renovations last summer designed to bring both back to Dye’s original design in 1986, have certainly caught the attention of PGA Tour players at this week’s The American Express.

PGA West’s Pete Dye Stadium Course – one of three courses used for the PGA Tour’s 2024 The American Express in La Quinta, California – opened in 1986 with a design by the legendary architect whose name appears in the layout’s title.

Becoming the first amateur to win on the PGA Tour in 33 years, Nick Dunlap returns to the site of his historic victory not only as a professional but with another victory under his belt. The two-time winner from 2024 is joined in the field by his playing partners from his memorable final round,