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Pinehurst Resort and C.C. (#2) Hole by Hole - 4th Hole

Pinehurst Resort and C.C. (#2), North Carolina

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Hole 4 at Pinehurst Resort and C.C. (#2) is a challenging par 5, measuring at 568 yards from the championship tees. The hole has a slight dogleg left with five bunkers strategically placed throughout the fairway and around the green. With a handicap of 15, this hole may prove to be difficult for some golfers.

From the tee box, it is important to hit a straight shot that can carry approximately 217 yards in order to avoid the fairway bunkers on both sides. The average golfer should aim for the center of the fairway, which measures about 37 yards wide. Be cautious not to hit too far as there is out-of-bounds on both sides of the fairway.

For your second shot, consider using your driver again if you are confident in your ability to carry long distances accurately. Otherwise, use a hybrid or long iron to lay up before reaching one of three greenside bunkers located about 100-140 yards away from the green.

The approach shot will require precision as there are two more greenside bunkers guarding either side of this large green area measuring at approximately 10,011 square feet. Take note that only about three percent of this green is covered by sand traps so don't let them intimidate you too much.

Altitude and temperature should not play significant factors on Hole #4 as Pinehurst Resort and C.C.(#2) sits relatively close to sea level with mild temperatures year-round due its location in North Carolina's Sandhills region. However, wind conditions can vary greatly depending on each season so be sure take that into account when selecting clubs for your shots.

Overall strategy: Stay accurate off-the-tee while avoiding all bunker hazards; lay-up safely before taking an aggressive third-shot towards this large but well-guarded putting surface.

Teebox type:

Championship

Par:

5

Distance:

568 yards

Handicap:

15

Green Area:

10011

Approx Fairway Width:

37

Has Water:

False

Curvature:

Slight dogleg

Percent Bunkers Near green:

3

Bunker Count:

5

Bunkers:

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

Club Recommendations

1. Off-the-Tee: Aim for the center of the fairway with a straight shot that can carry approximately 217 yards to avoid the fairway bunkers on both sides.

2. Second Shot: If confident, use driver again to carry long distances accurately. Otherwise, use a hybrid or long iron to lay up before reaching one of three greenside bunkers located about 100-140 yards away from the green.

3. Approach Shot: Take note of the two greenside bunkers guarding either side of this large green area and aim for precision in your approach shot.

4. Club Selection: Pay attention to wind conditions when selecting clubs for your shots, as they can vary greatly depending on each season.

5. Stay Accurate: Accuracy is key on this hole, so focus on hitting straight shots and avoiding all bunker hazards throughout the course.

6. Play it Safe: With a handicap of 15, it may be wise to play it safe and lay up instead of taking aggressive shots towards the green.

7. Consider Altitude and Temperature: While altitude and temperature may not play significant factors, keep them in mind when making club selections as they can still affect ball flight.

8. Don't Let Bunkers Intimidate You: Although there are five strategically placed bunkers throughout this hole, only about three percent of the green is covered by sand traps so don't let them intimidate you too much.

9 . Practice Precision Shots : The large but well-guarded putting surface requires precise shots from any distance, so make sure to practice these types of shots before playing this hole during a round.

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

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