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A golf course is a large area of land specifically designed for playing the sport of golf. It typically features a series of 9 or 18 holes, each with a teeing ground, a fairway, and a putting green. Natural or artificial hazards, such as sand bunkers and water bodies, are strategically placed to challenge players.1

Golf itself is a sport where players use various clubs to hit a small ball from a starting point into a series of holes. The objective is to complete the course in the fewest possible strokes. The game can be played on different types of terrain, including seaside links, moorland, and parkland courses. Golf is both a recreational activity and a competitive sport, with players often competing against themselves, their opponents, and the course itself.23

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