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Play the chip-and-run with any club to control run

Release one can be played with any club: keep the same setup and same swing and just change the club and your landing spot to control how much the ball runs. A 56 lands softer with spin; a 9-iron or 7-iron has little spin and runs more, so bring the landing spot progressively back for the straighter-faced clubs.

Channel: Dan Grieve

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Why this context matters

Choice depends on how much roll the shot needs and the green speed.