Marco Simone Golf and Country Club: Championship

Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, set in the picturesque Roman countryside, offers stunning views of iconic landmarks alongside a course designed for high-stakes drama. Originally created by Jim Fazio in the late 1990s, the course underwent a complete transformation between 2018 and 2021 in preparation for the 2023 Ryder Cup. European Golf Design, in collaboration with Tom Fazio II, reimagined the layout with match play in mind. The redesign emphasizes risk-reward decisions, particularly on the par 4s and par 5s, which feature strategically placed bunkers that challenge players to either carry them, navigate around them, or take a conservative approach. The closing stretch is especially dramatic, with a potentially drivable par 4 and the par-5 18th, where water guarding the green ensures a thrilling finish. Marco Simone now stands as a premier golfing venue, combining beauty, challenge, and Ryder Cup-worthy excitement.