AUGUSTA NATIONAL – COURSE OVERVIEW
There is no more pristine, immaculate, iconic 18 holes in golf than those at Augusta, an altar that is as revered as it is idolised. Designed by the legendary Bobby Jones, Augusta is the home to such iconic features as Amen Corner, Rae’s Creek, Butler Cabin, Ike’s Pond and The Big Oak Tree.
There has been just one small modification to the course this year with the tee box on the Par 5 2nd extended 10 metres back and to the left to bring the right fairway bunker into play.
Off the tee, distance is far more important than accuracy. It plays even longer than its yardage book by the way it is cut. The course has been lengthened and narrowed over the last two decades but wayward drives are not always punished with such an established and pristine course.
Performance off the tee though is not nearly as important as iron play. Augusta is a second-shot course where experience and precision are key.
The greens at Augusta are some of the toughest in world golf, fast and hard to read, and performance with the flat stick is important but the toughness really brings the star putters back to the field making it a less important statistical angle. A far more important guide is form around the green with an ability to scramble essential.
The most important statistics to follow on the course are:
- Scrambling
- Greens In Regulation
- Strokes Gained: Approach
- Proximity
- Strokes Gained: Tee To Green
- Par 4 Birdie or Better
- Putting Average
- Strokes Gained: Putting
- Par 5 Performance
- Bogey Avoidance
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US MASTERS PREVIEW AND TIPS
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The US Masters is one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world. Every year, the world’s best golfers gather at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, to compete for the iconic green jacket. The 2024 US Masters promises to be another thrilling event, and if you’re looking for expert golf tips and betting picks, you’re in the right place. Welcome to the Betfair Hub, your go-to source for everything related to golf betting. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming Major Championship.
Course Overview: Hole Lengths, Index, Number of Par-3/4/5s
Augusta National Golf Club is known for its beautiful and challenging course. The US Masters is played on a par-72 course that measures 7,545 yards in length. The course has a unique layout, with four par-3 holes, four par-5 holes, and ten par-4 holes. The course also has a challenging set of greens that are fast and undulating, making it difficult for golfers to execute accurate shots. The signature hole of the Masters is the 12th hole, a par-3 that measures only 155 yards but has caused many golfers to lose their chance at winning the Major Championship.
Tournament Structure: Field Size, Cuts, Qualification
The US Masters is a highly competitive Major, with only the best golfers in the world competing. The field size is limited to 88 players, with a cut after 36 holes that reduces the field to the top 50 players, plus ties. The tournament is open to all professional golfers and amateur golfers with a handicap of 2.4 or lower. The reigning champion, the top 50 players in the world rankings, and winners of other major tournaments are automatically qualified. Other golfers must qualify through the PGA Tour, European Tour, or other recognized tours.
Event History: Records, Past Winners, and Key Moments
The US Masters has a rich history, with many memorable moments and legendary golfers. Some of the most famous records in the tournament include Jack Nicklaus’ six victories and Tiger Woods’ record-setting score of 18 under par in 1997. The tournament has also seen many dramatic moments, including Phil Mickelson’s incredible shot from behind a tree on the 13th hole in 2010. Some of the past winners include Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Jordan Spieth, Adam Scott and Sam Snead, among others.
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