Golf is a precision club-and-ball sport where players use various clubs to hit balls into a series of holes on a course. The goal is to complete each hole with the fewest strokes. It's played on expansive, meticulously maintained courses, typically with 18 holes. Golf is known for its etiquette and traditions, offering both competitive and social aspects. Major tournaments include the Masters, U.S. Open, British Open, and PGA Championship. It's popular worldwide, with notable players like Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Annika Sörenstam.