Improve your ball striking out the rough...

Escape The Rough

By Adrian Fryer

Rescue Shots

20 February 2009 01:00

What do you do when your ball ends up in the rough?

Too many golfers choose their club before they even get to the ball. This is a mistake. Only ever choose your club once you've assessed the lie.

Always air on the side of caution when you choose your club and take more loft rather than less.

TG Top 12 Teacher Adrian Fryer demonstrates the set-up and swing you need to get the ball out of trouble and back into play, limiting the damage to your scorecard.

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