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The Importance of the Short Game with Tom Watson: The Ultimate Chipping Drill

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In 1977, professional golfer Tom Watson had the best year of his career, winning two major championships by defeating Jack Nicklaus at the Masters and the Open Championship. This led to Watson being named PGA Player of the Year and establishing himself as a dominant force on the tour for the next three years. A major factor in Watson’s success was his exceptional short game, which he believed was crucial to winning in golf.

Watson attributed his success inside 50 yards to two key factors: club selection and distance awareness. He advised using a more lofted club from a downhill lie and a less lofted club from an uphill lie. Watson also emphasized the importance of knowing how far the ball will roll, based on factors such as club choice, green texture, and shot length. He recommended a spot-chipping technique, where the player aims at a specific point on the green and lets the ball roll towards the target.

To practice his short game skills, Watson used a spot-chipping drill where he would hit multiple shots to a specific distance with a particular club, aiming to land the ball in the same spot each time. By focusing on both the landing spot and the ultimate target, Watson developed a clear picture in his mind of how each shot should play out. This method helped him acquire a feel for how different clubs would carry and roll, leading to more accurate and consistent chipping on the course.

With continued practice and dedication to refining his short game, Watson’s short game skills became instinctive, resulting in more successful chips that left him within easy one-putt range. This meticulous approach to practice and technique was a key factor in Watson’s success on the golf course and allowed him to outperform his competitors in crucial moments. To learn more about legendary instruction tips from top players and coaches in the game, golf enthusiasts can access Golf Digest’s archive for valuable insights and strategies.

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