PGA West (Nicklaus Tournament course) Hole by Hole - 13th Hole
PGA West (Nicklaus Tournament course), California
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Hole 13 at PGA West (Nicklaus Tournament Course) is a par 4 with a distance of 419 yards from the championship tees. This hole has a handicap of 8, making it one of the more challenging holes on the course. The fairway width is relatively narrow at only 33 yards, and there are four bunkers strategically placed throughout the hole.
The tee shot on this hole will require precision and accuracy due to its slight dogleg right curvature. A driver may be too much club for some golfers, as it can potentially send their ball into trouble on either side of the fairway. Instead, I would recommend using a hybrid or long iron off the tee to ensure placement in the fairway.
As you approach your second shot, keep in mind that there is water present near the green which could come into play if you're not careful. With an average distance of around 140 yards for a seven iron, I would suggest using a shorter club such as an eight or nine iron to avoid overshooting onto or over the green.
One advantage for golfers playing this hole is that there are no greenside bunkers as a percentage of total bunkers on this hole. However, do not let that fool you into thinking this approach shot will be easy - with only 7830 square feet on the green and potential windy conditions due to its location in La Quinta, California; precise control over your shots will still be necessary.
Overall, Hole 13 at PGA West (Nicklaus Tournament Course) requires strategic planning and execution to score well regardless of skill level. Keep these tips in mind when approaching this challenging yet rewarding par four during your round!
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
4
Distance:
419 yards
Handicap:
8
Green Area:
7830
Approx Fairway Width:
33
Has Water:
True
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
0
Bunker Count:
4
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Use a hybrid or long iron off the tee to ensure placement in the narrow fairway.
2. Keep an eye out for water near the green and use a shorter club such as an eight or nine iron for your approach shot.
3. Don't underestimate the difficulty of this hole, despite there being no greenside bunkers - precise control over shots is still necessary due to potential windy conditions and a small green size.
4. Consider playing more conservatively on this hole, as it has a higher handicap and can be challenging even for skilled golfers.
5. Take note of any potential trouble areas on either side of the fairway before choosing your club for your tee shot.
6. Make sure to factor in any wind when planning your approach shot - it could affect how far you need to hit your ball onto the green.
7. Pay attention to pin placement on the small green and adjust accordingly with your approach shot strategy.
8. Practice accuracy and precision with both short and long clubs before playing this hole - they will be key in successfully navigating it.
9. Remember that par is always a good score on this difficult par four - don't get too aggressive if you're not feeling confident about taking risks on this hole.
10 . Stay focused throughout each shot, as one mistake could easily lead to bogeys or worse on Hole 13 at PGA West (Nicklaus Tournament Course).
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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