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| longer drives, the shorter irons give the | | | | |
| needed control that is somewhat difficult on | | | | Bunkers along the green aren't that hard. In |
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| lesser power. | | | | technique for long drives towards the green. |
| | | | But even if you are good at handling |
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| knuckles shown on your left hand during the | | | | |
| address. This grip kills any power you might | | | | Wedges aren't the top choice for this as they |
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| correct this, turn your left hand towards the | | | | Irons are the best for this. And remember the |
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| it will keep you slinging the club head at | | | | squarely as you should in any other terrain. |
| the ball until its fullest position. | | | | But compensate a little bit loft to clear the |
| | | | trap. |
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