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They are known as dimples, they make the ball aerodynamic so it can fly. While the make the ball aerodynamic they also give it a stylish design.

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Well those holes or "dents" are to increase aero dynamics so it flies in a more straight line when flying through the air after being hit

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They are called dimples and make the ball aerodynamic and allow it to fly through the air.

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The depressions 'streamline' the air-flow around the ball - experts say they make the ball go further than a smooth one.

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