Read the lie before committing to a lob shot
Most golfers see the shot they want and play it regardless of the lie. Before you commit, read the lie first: put the club behind the ball, take a practice swing to feel how firm the ground is, and that tells you whether the shot is actually playable.
Channel: Dan Grieve
Watch official source at 31:29Try it
- Put the club behind the ball and see how it feels.
- Have a practice to decide how firm the ground is.
Why this context matters
Greenside lob over a bunker; deciding whether the shot is on.