Golf Podcast 112: How to Escape a Fairway Bunker Cleanly

A fairway bunker shot can be one of the most dreaded shots in the game, but a little time on the beach doesn’t have to ruin your round.  In this episode of The Golf Podcast hosts Frank & Mike will give you their top three tips for playing a fairway bunker shot, including how to assess and execute the shot for the highest chance of success.

In this Show You Will Learn:

• How to assess the “lip and lie” when making a strategic decision before playing a fairway bunker shot.
• Why “swinging hard” is actually a bad decision when it comes to these long sand shots.
• How to set up and plan for your third shot to limit the damage a fairway bunker can cause to your scorecard.
• Plus much more.

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• Article: 3 Keys to Playing Fairway Bunker Shots
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