W hetherfor their striking aesthetics or devilish difficulty, bunkers are often the most talked about features on a golf course. Owing to its positioning, size or depth, a bunker can govern the characteristics of a hole and influence the golfer’s strategy.
Here, we take a look at seven of the most recognisable sand traps in world golf. We consider why these hazards stand out and look at some of the famous moments they’ve witnessed over the years. From the classic, steep-faced bunkers of the British links to the innovative design showcased at more modern American tracks, bunkers are an integral part of golf that greatly add to the sport’s drama.
‘Hell’
The long 14th on the Old Course at St Andrews features one of the world’s most notorious golfing hazards: the sprawling ‘Hell’ bunker, which lies ominously in a hollow some 100 yards short of the putting surface. Not only
