If you aren't convinced this game emulates the real thing, watch the Amen Corner for 15 minutes. In a few minutes I have already seen Vijay's birdie putt roll up to and around the cup stopping on the very edge, an approach shot hit the cup and bounce back 10 feet, 2 players hitting into the drink on the 150 yd par 3 and several putts that look exactly like my misses!
It's almost freakish to watch the similarity. I half expect to see ALee and BB waiting their turn!