What does “par” mean in Golf?
Simply put, par represents the expected number of strokes it should take a skilled golfer to complete a hole or an entire course. Whether you’re an experienced player or just getting started, par serves as a benchmark, shaping how you approach each hole and evaluate your game. Par-6 holes are rarely seen in professional competitions, as these will typically rate any hole otherwise designated as a par-6 as a par-5. Some golf courses feature par-7 holes, but these are not recognized by the United States Golf Association.Time magazine reported 1,200 holes in one were made by American golfers in 1922. As of January 2021, a condor (four under par) hole-in-one on a par 5 hole had been recorded on five occasions, aided by thin air at high altitude, or by cutting the corner on a doglegged or horseshoe-shaped hole.