Albatross is a golf term that refers to a score of three strokes under par on a single hole. It is also known as a “double eagle.” In golf scoring, each hole on a course has a designated par value, which represents the expected number of strokes a skilled golfer should take to complete the hole.
Here's a breakdown of the golf scoring terms:
- Par: The number of strokes a skilled golfer is expected to complete a hole in. It varies depending on the length and difficulty of the hole.
- Birdie: A score of one stroke under par on a hole. For example, if a golfer completes a par-4 hole in three strokes, it is called a birdie.
- Eagle: A score of two strokes under par on a hole. If a golfer completes a par-5 hole in three strokes, it is called an eagle.
- Albatross (Double Eagle): A score of three strokes under par on a hole. It is quite rare and considered a significant achievement in golf. If a golfer completes a par-5 hole in two strokes, it is called an albatross.
- Hole-in-One: A score of one stroke to complete a hole. It occurs when a golfer hits the ball directly into the hole from the tee on a par-3 hole.
These terms are used to describe exceptional scoring achievements in golf and are often celebrated by golfers and spectators alike.
Albatross: (same as the golf term double eagle) A albatross is recorded when a golfer puts the ball in the hole in 3 strokes less then the par for that hole. Example is hitting the ball in the hole with one shot on a par 4 which is three under par. Another albatross example is recording a score of 2 on a par 5.
