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Short Game · Technique

Play long links bunker shots with less loft

For a difficult bunker shot from deep sand, use a 52- or 54-degree wedge and open the face. Take some sand, release the club through the shot, and increase chest speed to send the ball farther.

Channel: Dan Grieve

Watch official source at 1:18

Try it

  1. Go to a 52 or a 54 and open the face
  2. Take a decent length backswing
  3. Take some sand and splash through it
  4. Increase the speed of your chest to get it out

Why this context matters

Filmed at Royal Portrush; a ~40-yard blind bunker shot with a high lip.