Riviera Country Club, Private golf course in Pacific Palisades, US.
Riviera Country Club is a private golf course and country club in Pacific Palisades, California, set across rolling hills. The championship layout combines deep bunkers with narrow fairways and Kikuyu grass surrounding Poa annua greens.
George Thomas Jr. and William Bell designed the course, which opened in 1926. It later became a venue for major tournaments including the US Open and PGA Championship, shaping its development as an important competition site.
The nickname 'Hogan's Alley' honors Ben Hogan, who won the Los Angeles Open here three times during his career. Golfers still use this name today, reflecting the lasting impact of his victories on the course's reputation.
Entry requires a member invitation, and players must follow formal attire rules that include collared shirts. Denim is not permitted, so visitors should plan their wardrobe accordingly before arriving.
The course will host the golf tournaments for the 2028 Summer Olympics, making it one of the few venues to hold Olympic competition. This selection underscores its continued reputation as a site for important contests in international golf.
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