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Short Game · Technique

Stun it out of a divot with no release

Use no release in the club. Drive the handle and leading edge down to get the club into the back of the ball, using the most lofty club to stun it and get some spin. Play the ball just outside the back foot, add a little hinge, hold the angle, and drive the hands forward. The lack of release makes the shot come out low.

Channel: Dan Grieve

Watch official source at 13:25

Try it

  1. Play the ball right outside the back foot with a little bit of hinge
  2. Use no release — hold the angle and drive the handle and leading edge down into the back of the ball
  3. Use your most lofty club and try to stun it to get a bit of spin

Why this context matters

For a ball caught in a divot or soft bare muddy lie with no clean lie available.