WGT Golf News

  • Merion Hole 5 Preview on WGT

    16 May 2013

    Merion Golf Club is the host of the 2013 U.S. Open Championship, and is now available to play free online on World Golf Tour (WGT).

    Hole 5 at Merion could be the best driving hole on the course. This par-4 doglegs from right to left, with the fairway also sloping from right to left toward a stream that borders the left side spanning the entire length of the hole. Don't leave your approach right of the hole, or you'll face incredibly fast putts on the most severely sloped green on the course. Par this one and you're likely to pick up a full stroke (or close to) on your competition.

    Try it yourself! You can play Merion Hole 5 free on WGT here.

    And if you haven't played WGT yet, join the millions of golfers playing virtual golf free online at wgt.com.

    See Merion Hole 4 Preview

  • Merion Hole 4 Preview on WGT

    14 May 2013

    Merion Golf Club is hosting the 2013 U.S. Open Championship, and is now available to play free online on World Golf Tour (WGT).

    Hole 4 at Merion is the second par-5 on the golf course. Off the tee, players will face one of the more difficult drive zones to hit because of a significant right-to-left fairway slope. This is followed by an awkward, blind shot over the cross bunker. Most players will have to lay-up before the brook in front of the green, for a short approach shot to the green.

    Try it yourself! You can play Merion Hole 4 free on WGT here.

    And if you haven't played WGT yet, join the millions of golfers playing virtual golf free online at wgt.com.

    See Merion Hole 3 Preview

  • Best of Par 3 for WGT Nation

    14 May 2013

    First tournament on the Best of Par 3 course with extra WGT Credit prizes for NATION players only.

    Compete against other NATION players in your tier, with the top 70 scores in each tier splitting a double purse of WGT Credits.

    Plus, with every hole being a par-3, this virtual golf course features the most chances to earn additional WGT Credits from Hole-In-One Challenges.

    Play Nation Tourney

    The popular Best of Par 3 course is now available for ranked games, so you can play this course in regular and country club tournaments, but scores aren't counted toward your official average due to the lower total par.

    *Special tiered tournament open to WGT Nation members only, now thru 5/31/13.

  • Merion Hole 3 Preview on WGT

    11 May 2013

    Merion Golf Club is hosting the U.S. Open Championship for the fifth time this year, and is now available to play free online on World Golf Tour (WGT).

    Hole 3 at Merion is a difficult par 3, thanks to its receptive yet challenging green. Don't miss the green to the left as you will have a hard time getting your chip close with the sloping green to the front right. This hole also features one of the deepest bunkers on the golf course, at the front right of the green.

    Try playing Merion Hole 3 yourself, free on WGT. And be sure to stay tuned for the next hole preview.

    And if you haven't played WGT yet, join the millions of golfers playing virtual golf free online at wgt.com.

    See Merion Hole 2 Preview

  • Free TruGolf Weekend on WGT

    11 May 2013

    As a thank you to all our players, we're waiving the greens fees on TruGolf courses this Saturday and Sunday.

    If you've never played Cabo Del Sol or Chateau Whistler, this is a great chance to play them for free, with lots of birdie and eagle opportunities, plus beautiful ocean and mountain views. Enjoy while you're watching the pros play at TPC Sawgrass over the weekend.

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    Note: Cabo Del Sol or Chateau Whistler are developed by WGT partner TruGolf, and regularly require greens fees to play, 60 WGT Credits for 18-hole stroke play and 40 WGT Credits for 9-hole stroke play, and always free for 9-hole closest-to-the-hole games.

    *Special offer this weekend only, 5/11/13-5/12/13 for all WGT players. Play Cabo Del Sol and Chateau Whistler virtual golf courses on WGT without the 40 or 60 WGT Credit greens fee.

  • Merion Hole 2 Preview on WGT

    09 May 2013

    Merion Golf Club is one of America's top ranked and historical golf courses, and now available to play free online on World Golf Tour (WGT).

    Hole 2 at Merion offers a clear choice to play either more conservatively or more aggressively off the tee on this challenging par 5. Precise shots are key, as bunkers, deep rough and out-of-bounds can turn a potential eagle or birdie into a bogey or worse. However, if you can reach the green, you're looking at a relatively flat putting surface to finish.

    Try playing Merion Hole 2 yourself, free on WGT. And be sure to stay tuned to play all 18 holes on Merion Golf Club.

    And if you haven't played WGT yet, join the millions of golfers playing virtual golf free online at wgt.com.

    See Merion Hole 1 Preview

  • New Odyssey Putter

    09 May 2013

    Introducing the new Odyssey Versa putter on WGT.

    Odyssey is one of the biggest names in golf putters and used by many top pros. Now the Odyssey Versa virtual putter is available on WGT. The unique black and white design helps with your alignment, which means more precision and balance on WGT, helping you lower your scores. It unlocks for top players starting at Levels 33 and 70.

    Shop Odyssey Putters

  • Merion Hole 1 Preview on WGT

    07 May 2013

    Merion Golf Club is hosting the 2013 U.S. Open Championship, and is now available to play free online on World Golf Tour (WGT).

    Hole 1 at Merion is one of golf's great opening tee shots, right next to the clubhouse patio for some extra pressure. It's a shorter dogleg right par-4, about 350 yards, but the sycamore tree on the right will discourage most big-hitters from trying to drive the green. A more conservative drive and an accurate approach shot will avoid the bunkers and could yield an opening birdie.

    Try it yourself! You can play Merion Hole 1 free on WGT. And stay tuned to play all 18 holes on Merion Golf Club.

    And if you haven't played WGT yet, join the millions of golfers playing virtual golf free online at wgt.com.

  • Get WGT Credits for Mother's Day

    07 May 2013

    Get free WGT Credits for yourself, while you save with special offers on Mother's Day gifts for the moms in your life.

    You can save on flowers and gifts from ProFlowers, FTD, Shari's Berries, Harry & David, Red Envelope and more. As an example, get $15 free WGT Credits when you buy from ProFlowers with up to 50% savings on flowers.

    See Special Offers

    Don't forget, Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12.

  • Merion Full Course, Odyssey Putter and Callaway Driver

    02 May 2013

    The wait is over! Experience all 18 holes of full stroke play golf at Merion Golf Club, as part of the 2013 Virtual U.S. Open Qualifier on World Golf Tour. And check-out the latest virtual golf equipment, including the first Odyssey putter and first Callaway driver on WGT.

     

    Merion Virtual U.S. Open Qualifier

    Now play all 18 holes of full stroke play on Merion Golf Club, host of the 2013 U.S. Open, in the Virtual U.S. Open on WGT.

    Play free for your chance to win a grand prize golf trip to the 2014 U.S. Open at Pinehurst, both the top leaderboard score and one lucky sweepstakes player will win... It could be you!

    Also, play any of the 18 holes on Merion individually without WGT signup, on the new Merion Golf Club course and hole pages. It's a great way to share Merion with friends who are not on WGT yet.

     

    New Odyssey Putter

    Improve your putting on WGT with the new Odyssey Versa virtual putter, with more precision and overall balance. Unlocks at Level 33 and Level 70 for top players.

     

    New Callaway Driver

    Get explosive distance with the new Callaway X Hot virtual driver, the first driver from Callaway on WGT. Unlocks at Level 31 and Level 67 for top players.

     

    Ranked Rounds on Best of Par 3 Course

    Now play ranked rounds on the Best of Par 3 course on WGT, which also features the most chances to earn WGT Credits from Hole-In-One Challenges. Remember, you win Hole-In-One Challenges by getting a hole-in-one or landing the ball within 1 or 5 feet of the hole. Try your luck!

     

    Mother's Day Deals (that earn you free WGT Credits)

        

    Get free WGT Credits and save with special Mother's Day offers on WGT. Save 50% on flowers, including $15 free WGT Credits from ProFlowers, and other offers from Shari's Berries, Harry & David, Red Envelope and more.

     

    Use Gift Cards for WGT Credits

    Now use even more Gift Cards to get WGT Credits, including newly added Sports Authority and Dollar General, which join Subway, Burger King and other top retailers. Just enter your Gift Card number to get the same value in WGT credits.

     

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