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Focus four inches ahead to prevent a downhill-lie chunk

When heavy contact is a risk on a downhill lie, focus on the four-inch strip of grass in front of the ball and swing through that spot. Intending to make the divot ahead of the ball keeps the club descending and reduces the chunk.

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Why this context matters

He ties this to chipping off tight lies and to the downhill lie.