FROM A FIRM LIE “In packed sand, you don’t want your wedge to hit the ground too early and bounce into the middle of the ball. To prevent that, set your weight forward and tilt your spine towards the target. You’ll automatically hit closer to the ball. You’re playing this shot with an open clubface so you won’t have any trouble getting the ball up. Remember to accelerate through and finish low. Note how my spine angle at impact matches its position at address.”
FROM A FLUFFY LIE “This shot is the standard explosion you’re used to hitting. Your weight should be spread evenly between your feet with your stance a touch open and your spine tilted slightly away from the target. Notice how I set my head further back here. I’m going to hit two inches behind the ball, directly below my chin. Try to skim the club through the sand, underneath the ball, with plenty of speed. Look how I finish high and my body is more upright.”
GOLF DIGEST SOUTH AFRICA 57
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2025
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