Would You Chip Or Putt This Golf Shot? 👀

PGA professional Ian Poulter discusses the strategic decision between chipping and putting from difficult lies off the green. He explains why opting for a putter reduces variability and guarantees getting the ball on the green, even when a chip might look more like a 'proper' golf shot.

• Putting from off the green is often the safer 'numbers game' choice for most golfers.
• Tricky lies with elevation changes and grain increase the risk of thinned or duffed chips.
• Professional golfers prioritize consistency over highlight-reel shots in difficult situations.
• Acknowledge 'scar tissue' from past misses to make smarter, less emotional shot selections.

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