Golfing tournaments are competitive events where players compete to complete a golf course in the fewest strokes. These tournaments can vary in size, from local club competitions to prestigious events like the Masters Tournament or the U.S. Open. Players often compete individually or in teams, and tournaments can be played over one or several days. Participants in golfing tournaments typically follow a set of rules governed by organizations such as the United States Golf Association (USGA) or the Royal and Ancient Golf Club (R&A). Scoring is based on the number of strokes taken, and the player with the lowest score at the end of the tournament is declared the winner.