Hole 2 at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course)
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 411 yds
- Hazards
- 4 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 36 yds deep × 33 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 · 411 yards
The plan for No. 2
The 2nd at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) is a 411.0-yard par 4 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on finding the optimal position in the landing zone while avoiding the subtle but punishing rough that Winged Foot is famous for. Aim for the center-left portion of the fairway to set up the best angle for your approach shot. Most players should consider a controlled driver or strong 3-wood, focusing on accuracy over distance. The key is avoiding Winged Foot's notorious thick rough, which can turn a routine approach into a grinding recovery shot. Target line should favor the left side of the fairway, as this provides the best angle into the small green.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot is where this hole shows its teeth, with the small green demanding pinpoint accuracy. A mid-iron to long-iron will typically be required, depending on conditions and tee shot placement. Focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pins, as the small target leaves little margin for error. The green's compact size means any approach shot that finds the putting surface should be considered a success. Pay attention to pin position - when the flag is tucked, play to the fat part of the green and rely on your putting rather than risking a missed green.
On the green
The small green creates interesting putting challenges, with subtle breaks that can be difficult to read. Focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as the compact surface can create tricky downhill putts if you're too aggressive. Speed control is crucial - Winged Foot's greens are typically firm and fast, so err on the side of leaving putts short rather than racing them past the hole. Study the grain and slope carefully, as even short putts can be deceptive on these championship-caliber greens.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 2 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 7,124 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 411 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 411-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 2?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: large green requiring good lag putting.
How big is the green on hole 2?
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The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.