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The Basics of Generating Spin in the Bunker
Dan Grieve
Considered a "short game guru," his channel is a gold mine for pitching, chipping, and bunker play · 266K subscribers
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- 1Set up with the ball two balls inside your front heel and a little forward shaft lean.
- 2Hinge wrists early, hold the angle, then release the clubhead late with maximum speed.
- 3For short shots, get further away, grip down, and lower your body with an open clubface.
- 4Practice with your longest iron, getting super low with a wide open clubface.
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Editorial Notes
This video teaches specific setup adjustments and release mechanics for generating maximum spin on greenside bunker shots.
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