Mastering the Art of Chip Shots from Rough: Tips from Tiger Woods and Scotty Sheffler

🏌️‍♂️Tiger Woods and Scotty Sheffler emphasize the importance of having a versatile fivewood in their bag to handle various chip shots from the rough.

⛳They recommend aiming for the front lip of the bunker when playing chip shots with fivewoods, allowing for an easy uphill bunker shot if needed.

🌬️Wind conditions play a crucial role in club selection and shot execution for chip shots from the rough. Adjusting ball position and shot shape can help control distance and trajectory.

🌳To avoid getting stuck in trees, Tiger Woods advises setting the clubface open and using a punch shot-like motion to navigate around obstacles.

📷Scotty Sheffler shares his love for punch 7-iron shots, using similar techniques applied to chip shots from the rough. The loft and weight of the club do most of the work to get the ball out smoothly.

What is the primary club choice for chip shots from the rough?

—Tiger Woods and Scotty Sheffler prefer using fivewoods for chip shots from the rough due to their versatility and ability to handle various lies.

How does wind affect club selection and shot execution for chip shots?

—Wind conditions impact club selection and shot execution for chip shots. Adjusting ball position and shot shape can help control distance and trajectory in different wind conditions.

What is the recommended target when playing chip shots with fivewoods?

—When playing chip shots with fivewoods, aim for the front lip of the bunker to ensure an easy uphill bunker shot if the ball lands in the bunker.

How can you navigate around trees when playing chip shots?

—To navigate around trees, Tiger Woods advises setting the clubface open and using a punch-shot-like motion to chip the ball around the obstacles.

What is the benefit of using a punch 7-iron for chip shots?

—Scotty Sheffler recommends using punch 7-iron shots for chip shots from the rough. The loft and weight of the club do most of the work, making it easier to get the ball out smoothly.

01:00Tiger Woods and Scotty Sheffler discuss the versatility of fivewoods for chip shots from the rough.

04:50Tiger Woods shares his strategy for navigating chip shots around trees using fivewoods.

07:45Scotty Sheffler highlights the benefits of using punch 7-iron shots for chip shots from the rough.

10:30Tiger Woods demonstrates how to chip with a fivewood from challenging lies, emphasizing the importance of reading wind conditions.