The opening hole is a challenging par-four with a cluster of bunkers ready to punish wayward drives

The first of four par-fives and one of two to exceed 600 yards - a narrow hole which run alongside the River Usk

A challenging par-three over water, the first of six signature holes, which requires precision off the tee

Another long par-four, which will plays even longer into the prevailing wind

The second signature hole, a dog-leg to the right with the green guarded by deep bunkers and a stream

Formerly the 8th on the old Wentwood Hills course, a drive over water will test the steel of any player

A long par-three, formerly the 9th on Wentwood Hills, with deep bunkers ready to catch off-target tee shots

One of a few holes on the course without any water, but fairway bunkers on the left and right pose their own dangers

The front nine closes with longest hole on the course which only the biggest hitters will be able to reach in two

The old 12th at the Wentwood Hills has been radically re-bunkered to create yet another long and tough par-three

The shortest par-five on the course which offers a genuine birdie opportunity despite the water along the left

A tee shot down the left will find water or sand, while going too far right leaves a long approach over water

Another par-three over water, which has a fast green which slopes down towards the lake

Long hitters will be tempted to carry the length of the lake from the tee, but yet more water protects the green

A classic matchplay dog-leg hole which will tempt many to go for the green off the tee - a carry of 270 yards

The longest par-four, over 500 yards, offering a spectacular downhill approach shot

A demanding par-three to an elevated green which is well-guarded by bunkers on either side

A long downhill finish, reachable in two, which could provide a dramatic end to many a Ryder Cup match