Royal Birkdale Golf Club Hole By Hole Guide: Hole 7
A guide to the seventh hole at Royal Birkdale ahead of the 146th Open Championship
A guide to the seventh hole at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England ahead of the 146th Open Championship
Royal Birkdale Golf Club Hole By Hole Guide: Hole 7
Hole 7 - Par 3 - 177 yards
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The 146th Open Championship takes place at Royal Birkdale this month, here is a guide to the seventh hole.
Related: Royal Birkdale Golf Club Course Review
The second par-3 on the course is the shortest but features a whopping seven bunkers.
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It is a small green upon which the ball will roll off on every side. Think of it as an upturned saucer.

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