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Illustrated graphic titled “What Is an Albatross in Golf?” showing an albatross gliding over a golf green, with a golf ball dropping into the hole beside the flag and a scorecard explaining that two strokes on a par 5 scores three under par.

Golf Rules, Terms & Handicaps

What Is an Albatross in Golf?

An albatross in golf is a score of three strokes under par on a single hole — for example, holing out in two shots on

Fraser Aldridge September 30, 2026

Illustrated golf graphic titled "What Is an Eagle in Golf?" showing a putting green with a ball near the hole, a flag marked −2, a score-to-par card highlighting Eagle as two under par, and examples of an eagle on par 5, par 4 and par 3 holes.

Golf Rules, Terms & Handicaps

What Is an Eagle in Golf? Meaning, Examples and How to Score One

An eagle is one of the most satisfying — and rarest — things a golfer can put on a scorecard. In plain terms, you score

Fraser Aldridge September 30, 2026