Azalea
Par 5, 510 Yards
Original Intent:
"Whatever position may be reached with the tee shot, the second shot as well entails a momentous decision whether or not to try for the green. Several tournaments have been won or lost here, even though the decision may not have been obvious at the time."
- Bobby Jones, in Sports Illustrated, April 6, 1959
Significant Change:
- Tee moved back 20-25 yards, 2002
DID IT WORK?
Moving the tee back made the challenge of reaching the green in two a tad more difficult. Although it is historically the next-to-easiest hole on the course, it is a classic risk-reward hole. Many Masters challengers have seen their chances of winning drown in the tributary of Rae's Creek that skirts the green.
Hole No. 13 - Azalea
2007 Pin Placements
How this hole is playing - updated constantly during play
| 2008 Round 1 Ave. | 2008 Round 1 Rank | 2008 Total Ave. | 2008 Total Rank | Hist. Ave. | Hist. Rank |
| 4.670 | 18 | 4.670 | 18 | 4.80 | 17 |
Stories from No. 13
No. 13 is a test of nerves and strategy
Azalea is perhaps the most beautiful hole at the National, and some say it requires the most strategy. Even at 510 yards, a good drive makes the green reachable in two, if a player is willing to challenge the water hazard that fronts the putting surface.
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