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Golf is a sport in which players use various clubs to hit a ball into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible. [1] It is played on a course with 18 holes, although shorter courses with 9 holes are also common. [2] Golf is a popular sport worldwide, enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels.
History[edit | edit source]
The origins of golf can be traced back to the 15th century in Scotland. [3] The game was initially played on natural terrain, using a variety of objects as clubs. [4] Over time, golf evolved into a more organized sport, with the establishment of golf courses and the development of specialized clubs.
Gameplay[edit | edit source]
Golf is played by hitting a ball with a club, aiming to get the ball into each hole on the course in the fewest strokes possible. [5] The player who completes the course with the lowest total number of strokes wins.
Equipment[edit | edit source]
Golfers use a variety of clubs, each designed for a specific purpose. [6] Common clubs include:
- Drivers: Used for long shots off the tee.
- Woods: Used for long shots from the fairway.
- Irons: Used for shorter shots and to hit the ball high in the air.
- Wedges: Used for short shots around the green and for hitting the ball out of sand traps.
- Putters: Used to sink the ball into the hole on the green.
Rules[edit | edit source]
The rules of golf are complex and can be difficult to master. [7] Some of the key rules include:
- Out of bounds: If a ball lands outside the designated playing area, it is out of bounds and the player must take a penalty stroke.
- Water hazards: If a ball lands in a water hazard, the player can either play the ball as it lies or take a penalty stroke and drop the ball behind the hazard.
- Sand traps: If a ball lands in a sand trap, the player can use a sand wedge to hit the ball out of the trap.
- Penalties: Players can incur penalties for various infractions, such as hitting the ball with their club more than once or moving the ball while it is in play.
What is the target?[edit | edit source]
The target in golf is to hit the ball into the hole on each of the 18 holes on the course in as few strokes as possible. [8] The player with the lowest total score at the end of the round wins.
Types of Golf[edit | edit source]
There are several different types of golf, including