Hazeltine National Golf Club Course Guide: Hole 9
The 475 yard par 4 ninth at Hazeltine heads back towards the clubhouse
A guide to the ninth hole at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Minnesota ahead of the 41st Ryder Cup from 30th Sept - 2nd October
Hazeltine National Golf Club Course Guide: Hole 9
Hole 9 - Par 4 - 475 yards
The ninth is a strong par 4 that heads back towards the clubhouse.
An accurate drive is required here with bunkers right and left.
The second shot must also be accurate with bunkers guarding either side of this three-tiered green.
The front section is extremely thin and where the most difficult pin positions are found.
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