hmm, does this mean that we could go for more risky give up strats on the first 3 courses? or would getting second or 3rd affect the xp gained and make the run harder later? cause if this isnt the case and xp isnt affected by the place you get, then i see no reason to not give up more holes.

In addition: What are the new required minimum scores for unlocking the next course? Edit: So it turns out getting a lesser place does hinder xp, and you cant get 3rd on Marion since there is a 4 way tie for second. It seems You have to get +4 for Marion for 2nd, a +1 for second and a +3 for 3rd on palms, and a -2 for 2nd and a +0 for 3rd on Dunes (still iffy on this one)