Augusta National Golf Club Hole by Hole - 4th Hole

Hole 4 at Augusta National Golf Club is a 240 yard par 3 that requires accuracy and precision. The Championship tee box is elevated, so altitude will be a factor in the ball flight of your shot. On windy days, the breeze can cause your ball to drift further off target, making club selection even more important. The green itself is 9918 sq ft with 2 bunkers totaling 3% of the total area. It's important to take into account both elevation and wind when selecting clubs for this hole; you'll want to use a longer club than normal due to the elevation change but also consider using less loft if there’s significant wind coming from any direction as it could affect your ball flight significantly. In good weather conditions with no wind, an experienced golfer may hit their 7 iron for this hole while novice golfers may need to reach back for their 5 iron or hybrid club in order to make sure they have enough distance and accuracy on their shots.