Hole 2 at Winged Foot Golf Club (East Course)
- Par
- 5
- Yardage
- 502 yds
- Hazards
- 5 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 41 yds deep × 23 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Pro tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Pro tees · Par 5 · 502 yards
The plan for No. 2
The 2nd at Winged Foot Golf Club (East Course) is a 502.0-yard par 5 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy should focus on finding the center of the fairway with a controlled swing. Given the hole's length at 502 yards, most players will need two full shots to reach the green, so there's no need to overswing off the tee. A smooth driver or strong 3-wood down the middle sets up the ideal second shot. The straight layout means you can aim directly at your target without worrying about doglegs, but accuracy remains paramount given the small green you'll eventually be attacking.
Approach & recovery
Your second shot positioning is crucial on this hole. Ideally, you want to leave yourself with a comfortable wedge or short iron for your third shot to that small green. Laying up to your favorite yardage - typically between 80-120 yards for most players - gives you the best chance to stick your approach close. Avoid the temptation to go for the green in two unless you're completely confident in your long iron or fairway wood accuracy. The small green size makes two-putting from long range quite challenging.
On the green
The small green demands respect with your putting approach. Focus on getting your first putt close rather than being overly aggressive with the line. Speed control becomes critical on a compact surface where running putts well past the hole can leave difficult return putts. Take time to read the subtle breaks carefully, as even small greens can have tricky slopes that aren't immediately obvious.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 2 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 6,120 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Pro tees · 502 yards.
Can this par 5 be reached in two?
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At 502 yards, Reachable in two for longer hitters. Consider laying up short of hazards if going for it is risky.
How difficult is hole 2?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.
How big is the green on hole 2?
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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 2?
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This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.