Foursome (golf)

Foursome (golf)

A foursome match is a competition between two teams each consisting of two golfers. The golfers on the same team take alternate shots on each hole, with the same ball. One team-member tees off on odd-numbered holes, and the other tees off on even-numbered holes. A foursome is usually played as match play, with each hole won by the team that completes it in the fewest shots, but can be played as stroke play. This form of golf is played in team golf competitions such as the Ryder Cup, Seve Trophy and the Presidents Cup.

ee also

* Fourball

External links

* [http://news.bbc.co.uk/sportacademy/bsp/hi/golf/rules/basics/html/foresomes.stm Sport Academy]


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