Jake Hutt provides a rhythmic and memorable guide to escaping bunkers by focusing on speed and sound. He emphasizes that golfers are often 'too slow' and must focus on 'thumping' the sand and completing a full follow-through to ensure the ball clears the lip.
Avoid decelerating; most golfers are 'too slow' when hitting from the sand.
Focus on the sound and feel of 'thumping' the sand rather than picking the ball.
Commit to a full follow-through to ensure the club moves through the heavy sand.
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