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Driving
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| Nothing is more satisfying than consistently hitting long drives down the center of the fairway. Developing a smooth and rhythmical swing can do more for your drives than any attempt to 'power' the shot. Don't try to kill the ball. The vast majority of touring pros swing at 70 to 80 percent of their capacity unless an extra 20 to 30 yards is an absolute necessity. | |
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The 'V' of the left hand should point between the right shoulder and chin. |
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Remember the two knuckle rule. Two
knuckles of the left hand should be visible at address. Square your
shoulders and hips on a line parallel to the target.
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Tee the ball so that one-half is above the top of the driver. Always tee it up when given the opportunity. |
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Tee the ball nearest trouble and drive away from it. This gives you a greater angle and lessens the chance of hitting OB or into a water hazard. Today's tip was provided by Craig Srtadler's TopFlite Guide to Golf, published by Triumph Books |
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three-wood from off the green? |
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It may sound preposterous to some, but the three-wood chip is a great shot to have in your arsenal when the ball lies no more than a foot into the first cut of rough. For starters, a three-wood wont snag. The key to working this shot is to keep the left arm fairly straight but relaxed throughout. The more tension, the quicker the stroke, resulting in a loss of distance control. Grip down with the palms facing each other, similar to the way you would grip a putter. Place the forefinger and thumb of your lower hand on the shaft for better feel and control of the clubhead. Then, use your wrists to pop the clubface into the ball. That will propel the ball airborne just enough to coast along the top of the grass. |