The 40-yard wedge shot over hazards might be the hardest shot in golf, since it requires masterful trajectory and precision. Golf instructor Anthony Wik advises considering club choice, bounce, and ...

In an article about three months ago, I detailed what the bounce off a wedge is. But knowing what bounce is and knowing how to use it on short game shots are two different things. Most golfers know ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. One of the best ways to shoot lower scores is by taking advantage of your scoring ...

We've all been there before: you're sitting pretty in the center of the fairway, 95 yards from the green. It's a perfect yardage for the three-quarter swing. You address the ball, make a good pass, ...

Fairway Wizards: The Best Approach Shots Ever Caught On Camera" captures the artistry and skill of top golfers executing some of the most thrilling and precise approach shots ever seen. This ...

You’ve pulled your approach shot left of the green, leaving yourself a delicate uphill shot with very little green between you and the hole—we call that "short-sided." Your first inclination might be ...

Many golfers overlook how wedge bounce impacts short game shot selection. Golf coach and Head Pro Anthony Wik advises analyzing the lie, conditions, landing area, and hazards before choosing a wedge.

In today's edition of Play Smart, the Short Game Chef explains what distance you should rely on feel with your wedge shots. The post When should you rely on feel instead of yardage on wedge shots?