"The Treacherous Seventh: A Par 3 with a Hidden Bite"
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Jun 5, 2024
The seventh hole at Winged Foot Golf Club's West Course appears to be a straightforward par 3, but don't be fooled. The large, flat green is deceiving, with a false front and deep bunkers waiting to swallow up errant shots. Even the great Johnny Miller fell victim to this hole's treachery, taking four shots to escape the front-right bunker and dashing his hopes of a repeat U.S. Open victory in 1974. The bunkers here are the deepest on the course, making this hole a formidable challenge. Golfers must tread carefully, balancing precision with caution, to avoid a similar fate.