What is the best hole at Augusta National for scoring?
Par-5 550 (16) – This hole is one of the best scoring opportunities on the course but all of Augusta National’s par-5s are high risk, high reward. The green slopes from back to front so players must be careful not to spin the ball too much or they will find the water in the front.
What makes Augusta National different from other courses?
The greens are what set the course apart from any other in the world and have allowed Augusta National to withstand the test of time and evolving technology. A player is around 80% more likely to three-putt here from any distance than the average PGA Tour stop.
What are the best fairway woods to use at Augusta National?
Each April at Augusta, we see the uptick around a different style of club: High-lofted fairway woods. It’s no coincidence why. The four par-5s stretch 575, 570, 510 and 550 yards — making them reachable for most players in the field.
How long are the par-5s at Augusta National?
The four par-5s stretch 575, 570, 510 and 550 yards — making them reachable for most players in the field.