The 12th hole at Augusta National Golf Club is often viewed as one of the most challenging in the Masters tournament, but a recent statistical analysis reveals a different story. From 2015 to 2024, the 12th has averaged only 0.13 strokes over par, ranking as the ninth hardest hole. In contrast, the 11th hole has proven to be the most challenging, averaging 0.34 strokes over. The differences in hole design affect play; while the par 4 11th presents fewer scoring opportunities, the 12th provides better chances for par or birdie, especially early in the tournament.
Despite its fearsome reputation, the 12th hole at Augusta National is statistically not the hardest in the Masters tournamentâeasily overshadowed by the 11th hole's challenges.
Over the last decade, the 12th hole played only 0.13 strokes over par, ranking as the ninth hardest, while the 11th has consistently proved tougher.
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