Ocean Course hole-by-hole: hole 1

A hole-by-hole guide to Kiawah Island's Ocean Course, host of the 2012 PGA Championship

Kiawah 1
(Image credit: Montana Pritchard)

Hole 1 Par 4 396 yards

A narrow fairway bordered on the right with a large waste

area requires an accurate drive. The approach is simple, leaving a lot of room

to the left for error. This hole is a good opportunity for players to start

their round off with a birdie.

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