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Championship 18-hole golf course located in the resort town of El Gouna on Egypt's Red Sea coast, featuring desert landscapes, lagoons, and year-round golfing conditions.
the predetermined number of strokes a golfer should take to a tournament
the total length of a golf course from the tee box to the green of each hole
Gene Bates & Fred Couples
Desert Courses. Built in arid regions, these courses contrast green fairways with desert sand and rock. Heat and minimal shade add to the challenge.
Championship 18-hole golf course located in the resort town of El Gouna on Egypt's Red Sea coast, featuring desert landscapes, lagoons, and year-round golfing conditions.
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Yards | 417 | 511 | 209 | 538 | 167 | 360 | 189 | 397 | 504 | 3292 | 384 | 366 | 202 | 573 | 481 | 397 | 211 | 561 | 388 | 3563 | 6855 |
| Handicap | 13 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 16 |
Image by: El Gouna GC
the number of holes it takes to complete the course in its entity
the total length of a golf course from the tee box to the green of each hole
the predetermined number of strokes a golfer should take to a tournament
This course has hosted a variety of prestigious tournaments, attracting top professional and amateur golfers. From national championships to international events, these tournaments showcase the course’s challenging layout and world-class facilities, cementing its reputation in the golfing world.
the course record in golf is the lowest score that has ever been shot from the furthest back tees. A record score is recognised as the official “course record” only if made in an individual stroke play competition.
Vibrant marina filled with restaurants, cafés, and luxury yachts overlooking the Red Sea.
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