Mastering the Rough: Tips from Johnson Wagner for Navigating Challenging Lies
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On Golf Channel, the discussion delves into the treacherous nature of playing from the rough at the golf course, a battleground where precision and strength are paramount. Johnson Wagner, a man who knows his way around the greens, shares valuable insights from the course, pinpointing specific holes where maneuvering the ball onto the green from the rough is a Herculean task. Armed with a 9 iron, Wagner showcases the art of navigating the unforgiving rough, emphasizing the need to maintain a strong wrist through impact to combat the rough's grip on the club face.
In a daring move, Wagner experiments with a 9 wood club, braving the firm conditions that challenge even the most seasoned players. The team witnesses a display of unconventional shots from various players, highlighting the sheer skill and brute force required to tackle such demanding lies. Wagner stresses the importance of making calculated decisions when faced with the rough to steer clear of dreaded double bogeys, a true test of a golfer's mettle. The conversation shifts to the emerging trend of players opting for 7 woods or 9 woods over traditional long irons to better handle shots from the rough, a strategic move to conquer the course's unforgiving terrain.
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