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On the border of Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga, this course sits along the Crocodile River with wildlife views including hippos and crocodiles.
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
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Championship Courses. Designed to professional standards with longer lengths and complex layouts. Often used for tournaments and elite competition.
On the border of Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga, this course sits along the Crocodile River with wildlife views including hippos and crocodiles.
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Yards | 387 | 524 | 407 | 390 | 148 | 284 | 177 | 427 | 447 | 3191 | 393 | 318 | 142 | 502 | 324 | 530 | 182 | 401 | 497 | 3289 | 6480 |
| Handicap | 15 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 10 |
Image by: Leopard Creek Country Club
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.
