Don't Hit A Single Bunker Shot Until You've Done This Drill
PGA instructor Danny Maude demonstrates a game-changing bunker drill alongside his father to help golfers stop hitting fat and thin sand shots. By focusing on maintaining a cupped lead wrist and a specific wide setup, players can guarantee consistent contact and better distance control. This technique ensures the wedge's bounce works correctly, making it easier to get out of any bunker on the first try.
Set up with your lead foot turned out 45 degrees and stand a full club-width away from the ball to lower your hands.
Open the club face significantly, pointing the leading edge toward your front toe to add loft.
The 'secret' is to maintain a cupping (extension) in the lead wrist from the start through the entire swing.
Maintaining the wrist cup prevents the club from digging too deep into the sand, which causes 'fat' shots.
Avoid 'flicking' or releasing the wrists at impact; turn your body through the shot while keeping the wrist angle.