Golf

Golf is a precision club-and-ball sport in which players use various clubs to hit balls into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible. The game is typically played on a large outdoor course, which consists of 18 holes, though there are also 9-hole courses. Each hole features a teeing ground, fairway, and green, with the objective being to complete each hole by getting the ball into the hole, marked by a flag, in the least number of strokes. Golf is known for its unique scoring system, where the total number of strokes taken by a player throughout the round is counted, and the player with the lowest score wins. The sport is played individually or in teams, and it emphasizes skill, strategy, and etiquette. Golf is governed by a set of rules established by organizations like the United States Golf Association (USGA) and The R&A. It is a popular recreational activity and has a significant cultural presence, with many professional tournaments held throughout the year, including prestigious events like The Masters and the Open Championship.