Hole 4 at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course)
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 444 yds
- Hazards
- 5 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 35 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 · 444 yards
The plan for No. 4
The 4th at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) is a 444.0-yard par 4 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on positioning rather than pure distance. Target the center-left portion of the fairway to create the most favorable approach angle. A driver may be tempting given the straight layout, but consider a 3-wood or long iron for enhanced accuracy - the extra control often outweighs the distance advantage. The key is avoiding the rough, which becomes increasingly penal at Winged Foot and can compromise your approach shot significantly.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot to this small green demands precision above all else. From an ideal fairway position, you'll typically face a mid-iron to long-iron depending on conditions and tee shot placement. Focus on the center of the green regardless of pin position - the compact size makes target golf extremely challenging. Take one extra club and swing smoothly rather than forcing a shot. Missing the green in regulation here is costly, so prioritize finding the putting surface over attacking pins.
On the green
Winged Foot's greens are renowned for their subtle breaks and firm conditions. On this small putting surface, lag putting becomes crucial - three-putts can quickly derail a good score. Read putts conservatively and focus on leaving yourself uphill whenever possible. The green's compact size means most putts will have relatively modest break, but don't underestimate the grain and firmness that characterize these historic putting surfaces.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 4 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 6,029 sq ft
How did Hole 4 play?
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 444 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 444-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 4?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.
How big is the green on hole 4?
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The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.
What's a good score on hole 4?
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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.