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Punch out to a wedge when the green is blocked

After a right-side bailout leaves no route to the green from 216 yards, the instructor chooses to punch back into play. The intended result is a wedge approach and a chance to make par rather than forcing the blocked shot.

Channel: Grant Horvat Golf

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Why this context matters

A bailout tee shot has left the player blocked from the green on the final hole.