As a counterpoint, golf courses drastically increase the course difficulty prior to tournaments by growing out the rough and cutting grass on the green shorter

As a counterpoint, golf courses drastically increase the course difficulty prior to tournaments by growing out the rough and cutting grass on the green shorter (which lowers friction and makes the ball roll/bounce off the green easier). Of course, golf is an inherently difficult and frustrating sport even on the friendliest course conditions, so it's pretty hard to think the pros are no better than average joe.