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Standard Country Club, The Hole by Hole - 4th Hole

Standard Country Club, The, Kentucky

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Welcome to Hole 4 at Standard Country Club, The in Louisville, Kentucky. This challenging par 4 is a true test of skill and strategy for golfers of all levels. From the championship tees, this hole measures 429 yards with a slight dogleg right. With a handicap of 3, it is considered one of the more difficult holes on the course.

As you approach the tee box, take note of your surroundings and consider how altitude, temperature and wind may impact your ball flight conditions throughout different seasons. Keep in mind that from these tees, you will likely be hitting driver off the tee with an average distance of 217 yards.

The fairway width on Hole 4 is relatively narrow at just 26 yards wide. However, if you can hit your drive straight and avoid the two bunkers strategically placed along either side of the fairway, you will have a good chance at reaching the green in regulation.

Speaking of greenside bunkers as a % total - there is only one bunker guarding this green which covers just about 1% of its area. So while accuracy off the tee is important to avoid trouble on this hole, precision around the green will also play a key role in scoring well here.

For most players who hit their drives around average distances (217 yards), I would recommend using a mid-iron such as a 7 iron for your approach shot into this large putting surface measuring approximately 6725 sq ft. If needed due to weather or other factors impacting distance control however; don't hesitate to club up or down accordingly based upon conditions during any given round.

In summary: keep it straight off the tee avoiding hazards left & right; aim for center-green with an accurate mid-iron; make sure to leave yourself an uphill putt when possible so that speed control isn't too much factor coming back towards hole's location today...and enjoy what should prove another great challenge on this fantastic course!

Teebox type:

Championship

Par:

4

Distance:

429 yards

Handicap:

3

Green Area:

6725

Approx Fairway Width:

26

Has Water:

False

Curvature:

Slight dogleg

Percent Bunkers Near green:

1

Bunker Count:

2

Bunkers:

Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.

Club Recommendations

1. Take note of environmental factors: Before teeing off, take a moment to consider the altitude, temperature, and wind conditions that may affect your ball flight. These can change throughout different seasons and can impact your club selection and shot strategy.

2. Use a driver off the tee: With an average distance of 217 yards needed from the championship tees, using a driver will give you the best chance at reaching the green in regulation.

3. Aim for accuracy over distance: The fairway on Hole 4 is narrow at just 26 yards wide, so focus on hitting your drive straight rather than trying to hit it as far as possible.

4. Avoid bunkers strategically placed along fairway: There are two bunkers placed along either side of the fairway that should be avoided to increase chances of reaching the green in regulation.

5. Use a mid-iron for approach shot: For most players hitting around average distances (217 yards), using a mid-iron such as a 7 iron for their approach shot will provide accuracy and control into this large putting surface.

6. Consider weather conditions when choosing club: If there are weather factors impacting distance control, do not hesitate to adjust your club selection accordingly during any given round.

7. Aim for center-green with accurate approach shot: Precision around the green is important on this hole due to only one greenside bunker guarding it covering just about 1% of its area. Aiming for center-green with an accurate approach shot will increase chances of avoiding trouble and scoring well.

8. Leave yourself uphill putt when possible: Try to leave yourself an uphill putt whenever possible so that speed control isn't too much factor coming back towards hole's location today.

9.Make sure to enjoy this challenging hole! Remember that Hole 4 at Standard Country Club is considered one of the more difficult holes on course but embrace this challenge and have fun while playing!

"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan

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