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Torrequebrada Golf Club
- This Pepe Gancedo masterpiece opened
in 1976 and is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful
courses on the Costa del Sol. The 18 holes of Golf Torrequebrada
are situated between the Mediterranean sea and the mountains,
rich in tropical vegetation and birds. With the large number
of lakes and strategically placed bunkers, every hole is
a different experience for the player. The course nestles
in mature landscape, and each hole is secluded from the
next by tree lined fairways. The 11th 164-meter par 3 is
one of the most testing holes on the course. The tee shot
needs to take into account water at the front of the green,
bunkers surrounding it, and then the green itself on two
levels. A previous host of the Spanish Open and the home
base of Spanish Ryder Cup star Miguel Angel Jimenez, its
steep terrain, water and sand hazards make it a great technical
challenge - perhaps too difficult for high handicappers.
There are no less than eight doglegs, and accuracy off the
tee is of paramount importance. This course may be short,
but it certainly isn't easy!
Torrequebrada is on the 'must play' list, and is a real
test from beginning to end.
No. of holes: 18
Length: 5,852 meters
Par: 72
Course Type: Parkland