East Lake is where Bobby Jones learned the game, his formative years spent navigating its fairways, imbuing the club with a uniquely American golfing pedigree. Situated in the historic East Lake neighborhood of Atlanta, the course plays as a classic parkland layout, though the routing betrays a toughness, owing to its relatively narrow corridors and deceptively undulating greens. It is not overly long, but its challenges are subtle, rewarding strategic play over sheer power. Originally designed by Tom Bendelow, East Lake owes much of its character to a later redesign by Donald Ross, whose touch refined the course into the strategic test it remains. More recently, Rees Jones has overseen renovations, ensuring the course remains relevant to the modern game while respecting its historic integrity. As the permanent home of the TOUR Championship, East Lake annually hosts the culmination of the PGA TOUR season, showcasing the world's top players navigating its demanding layout. The course's prominent place on the professional circuit cements its position as a respected, if not universally lauded, venue in American golf. It is a place where championships are decided and legends cemented, a fitting legacy for the club that nurtured one of the game's greatest champions.