Tip From the Archives

Sticky Rough

Problem

The ball is sitting in the rye rough, still a good distance away from the green. You are worried about the grass catching and turning the clubhead.

Cure

Although you still have a ways to the hole, try making a steep swing for a high fade to help get it back, safe on the fairway.

Therapy

Place the ball back, to the middle of your stance and stand closer to the ball to encourage a steep swinging plane. Use a firmer grip to hold the loft throughout the shot to help prevent the club from turning in the grass. Although you might lose a little distance from it, hit a little more up and down more than usual to reduce the chances that the club will get caught in the rye.

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