World Wide Technology Championship

The 2025 World Wide Technology Championship returns to El Cardonal at Diamante in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offering a strategic and scenic test designed by Tiger Woods. This course rewards creativity, bold shot-making, and smart decision-making.

🏌️ El Cardonal at Diamante: Course Breakdown
Tiger Woods’ first design project, El Cardonal, opened in 2014 and reflects his vision of blending classic West Coast architecture with modern resort-style play. The course sits on a 225-acre parcel in the Baja California desert, offering dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean and a layout that emphasizes strategy over brute strength.

📐 Layout & Yardage
Total Yardage: Up to 7,452 yards from the championship tees

Par: 72

Front Nine: Features a mix of long par 5s and short par 3s, encouraging aggressive play

Back Nine: Demands precision with elevation changes and tighter landing zones

🌄 Design Philosophy
Wide Fairways: Generous landing areas reduce penal rough, encouraging bold tee shots

Multiple Routing Options: Each hole offers strategic choices, rewarding thoughtful play

Natural Contours: Preserved terrain and irregular bunkering evoke classic California courses

Large Greens: Designed to accommodate varied pin placements and approach angles

Tiger Woods described El Cardonal as a course that “reminds people of the old-style California courses,” where shot-making and creativity are paramount.

🌬️ Environmental Factors
Wind: Coastal breezes can influence club selection and ball flight, especially on elevated holes

Desert Terrain: Firm conditions and natural hazards add complexity to approach shots

Visuals: Panoramic ocean views and rolling hills create a stunning backdrop for competition

🎯 Strategic Highlights
Hole 5 (Par 5, 601 yards): A true risk-reward opportunity with reachable green and bunkers guarding the landing zones

Hole 14 (Par 5, 554 yards): Demands a well-placed drive to set up a scoring chance

Hole 18 (Par 5, 585 yards): A dramatic finishing hole with elevation and ocean views, perfect for closing drama