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Brit Golf Dad discusses the strategic decision-making process for long second shots on par fours and par fives. He argues that golfers should trade their three-wood for a five-wood or hybrid to achieve better cumulative yardage and consistency. This approach focuses on making the third approach shot easier by prioritizing a solid strike over maximum potential distance.
Avoid using a three-wood from the fairway unless it's necessary to clear a hazard or reach the green.
Five-woods and hybrids are generally more effective for the average golfer due to being easier to hit solidly.
Prioritize 'cumulative yardage'—the total distance gained over multiple shots—rather than trying to maximize distance on a single risky shot.
Choosing a more conservative club often has a negligible impact on the length of your final approach shot.
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