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Sports Illustrated
Bob Harig

A ‘Fred Couples Lucky Break’ on Par-3 12th Hole Proves Pivotal at Augusta National Women’s Amateur

AUGUSTA, Ga. — The hole looks simple enough, among the most photographed and discussed in the game. At 155 yards, Jack Nicklaus has called it one of the toughest par-3s in the world.

Located at the farthest point from the clubhouse, the 12th hole at Augusta National has less than 30 feet from front to back at its narrowest point, is protected by three bunkers, and has a menacing creek that has swallowed up its share of golf balls over the years.

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