Golden Bear Shrugs Off Possible Demise Of First Solo Design

The Canadian Press' Adam Stanley gets a statement from Jack Nicklaus, who doesn't sound like he'll be chaining himself to any of Glen Abbey's tree trunks in a bid to save his first solo design from extinction.

The course, host to multiple Canadian Opens (including the 2016 edition) and Canada's golf hall of fame, is eyed for development by its owner.

Stanley's report:

“We have been in communication with the leadership at ClubLink and they have fully explained the process to date and local economic conditions driving the potential redevelopment of the Glen Abbey site,” Nicklaus told The Canadian Press through a statement. “While it saddens me personally to think the site of my first solo golf course design might be repurposed, we understand and respect the business decisions being made.”