STOP THINING YOUR GOLF LOB SHOT

In this tutorial, AskGolfGuru explains how to eliminate thinned lob shots by mastering the relationship between clubface angle and handle height. He demonstrates a specific technique to square the face by lowering the handle and emphasizes a shallow, neutral impact that utilizes the club's bounce rather than digging.

• To add loft without aiming right, open the face and then lower the handle to square the leading edge.
• Remove forward handle lean to prevent the leading edge from digging and to help the club bounce through the turf.
• Aim to brush the ground approximately one inch behind the ball for a safer, more consistent strike.
• Maintain a shallow swing path with minimal wrist hinge to create width and avoid 'stabbing' at the ball.

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