For a while now, the PGA of America has been extolling the benefits of the nine-hole round, to better accommodate these busy times. I would like to propose another initiative: the 36-hole day, which is common enough at this time of year, when the USGA stages its annual one-day, 36-hole sectional qualifiers for the U.S. Open.

Sometimes more is better. The 36-hole day is good, but the 54-hole day is better. I have not gone around three times in one day often, but the few times I have it has been memorable. (I am fortunate enough to be able to walk, carrying my own sack, without blistering.) By the way, to play 54 on a long summer day is not at all difficult, if you’re playing in a twosome that does not dilly-dally on a course that is not crowded. What’s so hard about playing golf for nine or 10 hours?

via The Case For the 36-Hole Day | Golf.com.