This opening par 3 looks straightforward, but it asks for a well-struck tee shot. The green sits slightly elevated and is guarded by a fairway tree together with bunkers to the front left and right. Players who can carry the distance will be rewarded with an early scoring chance.

Playing Notes

Favour a miss long or long-left, where a simple chip gives you the best opportunity to save par.

A pull into the left rough usually means trouble in the bush, while a slice right may leave you threading your next shot through the trees.

If you’re not confident of reaching the green, a conservative shot up the centre sets up a comfortable second and keeps bogey off the card.