The subtle balance of risk and reward which characterise the entire course is especially apparent in this hole. A wide fairway greets the amateur line. For the brave, their tee shot will need to carry some 260 metres over the target bunker which boasts a punishing face reminiscent of links golf at its most testing.

Villegas showed design flair in wanting golfers to make a bold start from the tee. They should decide whether or not to take on the carry bunker and set up an easier approach to the flag. This could hopefully secure the bonus of a birdie. Anything short of pure with the tee shot and a bogey or worse could be the penalty.