Hole 10 at Baltusrol Golf Club (Lower Course)
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 442 yds
- Stroke index
- 2
- Hazards
- 5 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 29 yds deep × 27 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 442 yards
The plan for No. 10
This deceptively challenging par 4 at Baltusrol's Lower Course demands both distance and precision, with the small green requiring surgical accuracy on your approach shot. As the second-hardest hole on the course, smart course management and club selection will be crucial to avoiding the big numbers that can derail your round.
Off the tee
Your tee shot strategy should focus on finding the center of the fairway while gaining maximum distance. With no significant hazards mentioned in the immediate landing area, you can be aggressive with your driver, aiming for the heart of the fairway. The key is avoiding any rough or less-than-perfect lies that would compromise your approach shot. Target the center-left portion of the fairway to set up the optimal angle for your second shot, and don't be afraid to take an extra club if conditions are playing long.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot is where this hole shows its teeth. With a small green as your target, precision trumps power every time. Depending on your tee shot distance, you'll likely face a mid-iron to long-iron into the green. Take one extra club and swing smoothly rather than forcing a shot - the compact green size means there's little margin for error. Study the pin position carefully and aim for the center of the green unless you're confident in your iron play. Any approach shot that finds the putting surface should be considered a victory.
On the green
The small green size means every putt becomes crucial to your score. Focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as the compact surface can create tricky breaks that aren't immediately apparent. Pay attention to the overall slope of the green and any subtle undulations. With limited real estate, even seemingly straight putts can have more break than expected. Conservative putting strategy - aiming for the fat part of the hole - will serve you better than aggressive lines on this challenging surface.
Watch for
- The lack of major hazards might seem inviting, but the demanding approach shot to a compact target makes this one of Baltusrol's most challenging scoring opportunities.
- With no significant hazards mentioned in the immediate landing area, you can be aggressive with your driver, aiming for the heart of the fairway.
- The key is avoiding any rough or less-than-perfect lies that would compromise your approach shot.
Hole 10 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,851 sq ft
Course and tournament history
Historical context for the course and venue. Each entry identifies the event or course it describes.
1967 · Jack Nicklaus
A plaque sits in the 18th fairway ... New Jersey. The plaque commemorates the famous 1-iron that Jack Nicklaus hit to secure his win in the 1967 U.S....
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 442 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 442-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 10?
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This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.
How big is the green on hole 10?
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The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.
What's a good score on hole 10?
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This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.