Hole 1 at TPC Scottsdale (Stadium course)

Par 4 • 403 Yards • Scottsdale, Arizona

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Challenging

The opening hole at TPC Scottsdale Stadium course sets an inviting yet deceptive tone for one of golf's most electrifying venues. This 403-yard par 4 presents a straightforward challenge with no water hazards or bunkers cluttering the landscape, allowing golfers to ease into their round on the course that hosts the legendary Phoenix Open. The generous fairway welcomes confident tee shots, but the small green demands precision on the approach shot. What appears simple from the tee reveals its true character around the putting surface, where subtle undulations and firm conditions typical of desert golf can quickly turn routine pars into bogeys. A perfect warm-up hole that hints at the strategic tests ahead.

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Green:27y × 44y

Fairway @250y:44y wide

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 403 yds
Green: 6326 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 142
Course Rating: 74.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center of the fairway with your tee shot, as you'll have a generous 42-yard wide landing area at the 200-yard mark. This leaves you with an ideal approach distance for most golfers.

tee shot

Longer hitters can be aggressive off the tee, as the fairway actually widens to 44 yards at the 250-yard mark, providing extra room for those who can carry it out there.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 242 yards from the tee. Aggressive drivers should account for this hazard when selecting their tee shot strategy and club choice.

approach

Plan your approach to this substantial green measuring 6,326 square feet. The large target area gives you room for error, but precise distance control is key to setting up birdie opportunities.

green

The green's dimensions of 27 yards by 44 yards create a relatively deep target. Use this depth to your advantage by taking enough club to ensure you reach the putting surface on your approach.

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This 403-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 403-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 1?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 1?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 1?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 1 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for TPC Scottsdale (Stadium course). You can play this exact 403-yard par 4 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →