The American Express 2023 — Projections

About The American Express

The American Express is an annual PGA Tour event held at La Quinta Country Club in La Quinta, California, United States of America. The 2023 edition takes place Jan 18 - 22 with a prize fund of $8m.

Where is The American Express played?

The American Express is played at La Quinta Country Club, a par 72 course measuring 7,060 yards. Designed by Lawrence Hughes, the course opened in 1959. Located in La Quinta, California, United States of America.

When does The American Express take place?

The American Express is contested annually during the PGA Tour season. The 2023 edition was held Jan 18 - 22.

What type of grass is used at La Quinta Country Club?

The greens at La Quinta Country Club are Tifdwarf Bermudagrass, with Overseeded Bermudagrass fairways. Bermudagrass is common at warm-climate venues and tends to produce a firm, fast surface.

What does it take to play well at The American Express?

Historically, players who contend at The American Express gain the most strokes on approach (+0.74 SG/round) and on the greens (+0.53 SG/round). Off the tee also matters, with top-10 finishers averaging +0.28 SG/round.

What happened at The American Express in 2022?

In 2022, The American Express was won by Hudson Swafford at -23.