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Pop superstar Justin Timberlake has just opened his own golf course. He bought it at the end of 2007 in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. It was about to go up for auction and Timberlake wanted to save it from property developers. He has called it Mirimichi, which means ‘place of happy retreat’. Timberlake invested in the new course to make it more environmentally friendly. The 18-hole, par-72 course has a cutting-edge drainage system. This means it uses water more efficiently. There are also many restored areas of natural beauty, including waterfalls, lakes and streams. Timberlake said: "I was able to pose the question, is it possible for a golf course to actually be green, and I'm sure you all know I mean, eco-friendly.”

The new course is now open to the public. Timberlake bought it because he loves golf and because he wanted to help his local community. He has already hosted his own PGA Tour tournament and regularly plays with professional golfers. His new course will bring in tourists from all over the world and help the local economy. Timberlake said: "Its amazing to do something to give back to your community, a place you grew up.” He commented on why Mirimichi has a special place in his heart. “Right over there on the tenth tee is where I hit my first golf ball ever," he said. The singer has other business ventures besides golf. He has opened restaurants and has his own clothing brand.

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