Golf Monthly shares key setup adjustments and practice drill techniques to hit fairway woods solidly off the deck. Learn how setting ball position slightly further back and maintaining a slight downward attack angle prevents hanging back and improves contact.
Position fairway wood balls roughly 2 inches inside the lead heel, slightly further back than a driver setup.
Avoid setting up with excessive spine tilt like a driver; fairway woods require a slight downward angle of attack.
Utilize the wide sole of the club without fear of digging into the turf.
Make practice swings next to the ball feeling ground contact forward of the ball to transfer weight properly.
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