The Challenge of Camellia: Hole 10 at Augusta National
The tenth hole at Augusta National Golf Club, named “Camellia,” is famously known as the starting point of the back nine where many Masters tournaments have been won or lost. This 495-yard par-4 is a test of skill and strategy, presenting a downhill tee shot and an uphill approach to a severely sloped green.
A Historic Overview
Camellia’s reputation as a critical juncture in the Masters is well earned. Its demanding layout requires precision from the tee and a careful approach to avoid the bunker guarding the right of the green and the steep decline to the left. Players’ mastery of Camellia often predicts their performance through the infamous back nine.
Memorable Masters Moments
Arguably the most memorable moment on Camellia occurred during the 2012 Masters when Bubba Watson made a daring shot from the pine straw between two trees on his way to securing the green jacket. This shot is celebrated as one of the most audacious and skillful in the history of the tournament.
The Photographer’s View
The dramatic elevation changes and the natural beauty of Camellia provide a perfect backdrop for stunning photographs. I was absolutely gobsmacked the first time I saw the extreme elevation change. I love the “fright bunker” which looks like it is hugged up against the green, but is at least twenty yards separate. This is probably my favorite hole on the course (It’s a tough choice!}
Visit and Experience Camellia
Golf fans and visitors often find hole 10 to be a turning point in their experience of the Masters, where the pressure builds, and the true test begins. Witnessing play at Camellia offers a deep appreciation for the challenges and thrills of championship golf.
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Golf is an extraordinarily unique game. Like so many, I struggled to find the right formula – the correct ingredients to play high-level golf. I cycled through thousands of tips, methods, keys, theories etc. None of which had yielded any better results.
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