What is what hole is amen corner?

Amen Corner is a term used to describe three specific holes at the Augusta National Golf Club, where the Masters Tournament is held each year. The name "Amen Corner" was popularized by author Herbert Warren Wind in an article he wrote for Sports Illustrated in 1958.

The three holes that make up Amen Corner are the part of the course where the most decisive moments of the Masters Tournament often occur. The three holes are as follows:

  • The 11th hole, a long par-4 that requires a precise tee shot to avoid the water hazard on the left side of the fairway.
  • The 12th hole, a short par-3 known for its iconic azalea bushes and Rae's Creek in front of the green, making club selection crucial.
  • The 13th hole, a par-5 that presents players with the risk-reward opportunity to go for the green in two shots, with Rae's Creek running along the left side of the fairway.

The term "Amen Corner" is said to have derived from the beauty and tranquility of this stretch of holes, as well as the fact that the final round of the Masters often reaches a critical point here, where players can either solidify their lead or make a major mistake that costs them the tournament.