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A course similar to Quinta
do Lago, Ria Formosa however, offers different challenges to the player.
The terrain of Ria Formosa, with the
characteristics of the Algarve’s sandy soil, covered by pine trees,
heather, and wild flowers is identical to Quinta do Lago’s. It
offers however, very different challenges. The course has four
magnificent Par 5 holes. The Par 4 are generally doglegs, with the
exception of holes 10 and 13. The Par 3 holes are influenced by
the wind requiring very precise shots. In holes 13 and 18
lakes make a good score quite difficult.
The course was designed by several
architects. William Mitchell was responsible for holes 1 to 5 and
15 to 18, while Joseph Lee and Rocky Roquemore designed the course from
hole 6 to 14. The fairways and tees are mainly covered with
‘Bermuda 419’ mixed to cold season grass, keeping in good condition
throughout the year. The greens, however are covered with Penn
Gross Bent Grass, creating quick conditions and a regular surface.
The course offers the same facilities as Quinta do Lago.
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