Fairway Iron Shot "Hit It Like This for a Perfect Strike~"

Introduction to Golf.com USA Know-how "Club Selection, Starter Swing, Practice Swing, Ball Position, Balanced Finish Order"

You need to execute a solid iron shot from the fairway to secure a birdie.

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Tour players find it easy, but it is rather difficult for weekend golfers. The ball is in close contact with the ground, requiring precise contact. Mishits such as fat shots can result in significantly shorter distances. This is why golfers prefer the rough, where the ball is slightly elevated, over the fairway. However, to make birdies, good results must be achieved from the fairway. This is what Golf.com in the U.S. refers to as ‘solid ball striking’.

First is club selection. If the tee shot lands on the fairway, the next step is to measure the distance to the green. Check the front pin, middle pin, and back pin. Choose a club that can land the ball within 10 yards of the hole. When selecting a golf club, also consider obstacles around the green such as bunkers and rough. After choosing the club, proceed to the starter swing. Prepare by visualizing a good result and a solid shot.

This includes a neutral grip and posture, backswing motion, stable finish, and tempo. Practice swings are performed. This is a routine that must be completed before the shot. It helps relieve tension and allows the body to remember the correct swing. Swing about 2 to 3 times. Feel the club brushing the grass and the firmness of the ground. The center ball position is also important. Of course, the ball position changes depending on the length of the club.

Short clubs are positioned slightly to the right of center, and long clubs to the left. After checking the position where the club contacts the ball first rather than the ground through practice swings, set up accordingly. The final step is a balanced finish. Focus on tempo and solid contact, then swing and finish. Maintain a steady finish and watch as your ball makes a beeline for the pin.