A look at the Royal St George Golf Course – Part 3
Hole #12
The twelfth hole on the back is a par-4 that stretches on 381 yards. The landing area for the tee-shot has a bunker waiting for the ball. Also, since the path from the tee to the fairway is an uphill drive, therefore the direction of the wind will play a
crucial role. The fairway turns dogleg left and has another bunker waiting near the foot of the green. The green is also protected by five bunkers on the front.
Hole #13
Most of the setup on this hole is straight and wide, but the landing area for the tee shot abruptly turns towards the right side. The green sits on a high altitude, which makes it difficult for the player to asses the exact distance of the hole. Three bunkers
sit on the left side of the fairway, with wind blowing from right to left. Therefore, try to choose the right side for the fairway and approach the green from the same side.
Hole #14
The 547-yard long hole is the only par-5 present on the back. The fairway is wide and long, with out-of-bounds on the right side. A small creek cuts the fairway in the middle, while two bunkers sit on the far edge of the long fairway. The green is small
and hides on the right side of the setup. With the direction of the wind against the route chosen for the shot, there is a possibility of the ball going over the fence and into the out-of-bounds.
Hole #15
This par-4 stretches on 496 yards and it is second of the four treacherous par fours known for spoiling the scorecards. The path from the tee to the green is long and straight, but what makes it a challenge is the direction of the wind that opposes the shot.
The green is small and bunkered on the front. Keep the ball long and make sure it hits the middle of the fairway and the green, that should be enough for a player to avoid a bogie.
Hole #16
This 163-yard long hole is the last par-3 on the course. The green is wide and round, but it is caged inside eight bunkers that sit parallel to each other. Keep the ball in the centre and carry maximum clubs to the tee box, as they will come in handy at
the crucial moments.
Hole #17
The tricky par-4 with a constricted landing area for the drive makes this hole a tough challenge. The undulating fairway is covered with bunkers, mounds and folds which can act as a serious threat for the player who overlooks them. Therefore, use a long
iron on the tee, as this will lead to a much shorter second shot. The fairway dips into a wide, gently elevated, but shallow green.
Hole #18
The Royal St. George’s Golf Course wraps with a par-4, which serves as a great finishing hole. The fairway turns slightly dogleg left. Aim the tee shot onto the right side of the fairway, as it would help in avoiding the bunkers. The green
is small, narrow and protected by bunkers. Keep the second shot on the left side and go for a birdie opportunity.
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