[Kim Haneul's FunFun Golf] 'Escape from Pride Egg'

Central Ball Position, Head Facing Square
Firm Grip, 2-3cm Behind Ball, Explosive Shot

If there is no loss of distance, the higher the trajectory of an iron shot, the better. This is because it allows the ball to stop on the green. However, problems can arise due to the trajectory, especially when the ball lands in a bunker. A high-trajectory shot can get buried in the sand, resulting in what is called a fried egg. This situation is frustrating even for tour players. Today, we will discuss how to escape from a fried egg.

A fried egg refers to the appearance of a ball buried in a bunker, resembling an egg yolk. Weekend golfers often find it difficult to get the ball out of the bunker. If you hit the ball too hard, it will overshoot the green. Conversely, if you hit it too softly, the ball won't move at all. Controlling the distance is challenging, making it a troublesome situation.

To escape from a fried egg, you need to set up differently from a regular bunker shot. First, place the ball in the center of your stance. Do not open the clubface. For a typical fried egg, keep the clubhead square when hitting. If the ball is completely buried in the sand, close the clubhead and swing. When executing a fried egg shot, you need to perform an explosion shot.

In a fried egg situation, focus on the area around the ball. Aim to strike the sand 2 to 3 cm behind the ball where the sand has been disturbed. This will help you easily escape the bunker. You must grip the club firmly because you need to strike the sand forcefully. A loose grip will lead to mistakes.

For a fried egg shot, the backswing should be steep. Begin the backswing with the feeling of early cocking and deliver a powerful shot. The explosive nature of the fried egg bunker shot naturally creates a follow-through, so you don't need to worry about the follow-through after impact. Golf is about confidence. Even in the difficult situation of a fried egg, if you swing confidently, you can escape.

Former 14-time winner on the Korea-Japan Tour and sportainer

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