Question: Dear Chef, I’m going across the pond to play my first round of links golf this summer. Which short game shot should I master before then? —Andrew V., Traverse City, Michigan.
Golfing on the left? Let’s go! You’re about to step into the purest form of golf: tight lies, firm grass and unpredictable winds. The shot you need to have ready before you take off? The bumping and running.
This is your go-to if you can’t fly it to the hole. I’m talking about the ball back in your stance, shaft leaning forward, minimal wrist action. Think of a putting stroke with a wedge-narrow stance, a calm body and a low finish. You can use anything from 9 iron to 6 iron depending on how much green you need to use.
The best part? It’s reliable. The ball stays downwind, can handle any sketchy lie and rolls out like a dream. Practice it now and when you’re standing on the 4th at North Berwick with the wind howling, you’ll know exactly what to do.
Cheers!
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