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Located in the Garden Route region near George, Western Cape, South Africa, Fancourt’s Links course is set amid giant coastal dunes backed by the Outeniqua Mountains.
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
Legendary golfer, Gary Player
Links Courses. Found mostly along coastlines, these are natural, rugged courses with sandy soil, deep bunkers, and minimal trees. Originated in Scotland.
Located in the Garden Route region near George, Western Cape, South Africa, Fancourt’s Links course is set amid giant coastal dunes backed by the Outeniqua Mountains.
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 73 |
| Yards | 362 | 216 | 429 | 452 | 502 | 312 | 435 | 185 | 557 | 3450 | 373 | 147 | 440 | 487 | 330 | 436 | 534 | 170 | 563 | 3480 | 6930 |
| Handicap | 16 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 10 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 11 |
Image by: Fancourt The Links
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.
