How Tiger Woods and Dustin Johnson Hit Bunker Shots and Chips | TaylorMade Golf

Step into the minds of golfing legends Dustin Johnson and Tiger Woods as they engage in a comprehensive conversation about the art of bunker shots. With a focus on techniques, stances, and club choices, these two champions share their expert insights into handling a variety of bunker scenarios, providing a unique glimpse into the intricacies of their game strategies.

How Tiger Woods & Dustin Johnson Hit Bunker Shots & Chips

Bunker Shot Masterclass: Insights from Dustin Johnson and Tiger Woods

1. Stance and Setup:

   • Dustin drops his right foot back to lengthen his right side, while Tiger prefers a more square stance.
   • They both keep their hands low to get more height on the shot.
   • Tiger aims to lean on his left side with about 60-40 weight distribution.

2. Club Selection:

   • Both use a 60-degree wedge for bunker shots.
   • Dustin uses a 54-degree or pitch wedge for longer bunker shots to avoid over-swinging with a 60-degree wedge.

3. Face Rotation:

   • Dustin opens the face and rotates it slightly for higher, shorter shots.
   • Tiger generally keeps the face square but will open it slightly for specific shots.

4. Weight Distribution:

   • Both lean on their left side during bunker shots.
   • Tiger aims for a 60-40 weight distribution, slightly more on the left side.

5. Sole of the Wedge:

   • Both use the leading edge of the wedge to dig into the sand and prevent bouncing.
   • Tiger sometimes uses more bounce, depending on the lie.

6. Ball Above Feet:

   • Dustin aims a little left and tries to cut the shot with a wide right arm swing.
   • Tiger aims right and uses a wide right arm swing to avoid too much draw spin.

7. Ball Below Feet:

   • Both adjust their setup by widening their stance and aiming left.
   • Dustin cuts the shot, and Tiger tries to hit it square.

8. Plugged Lies:

   • Both keep the face square.
   • Dustin picks the club head up and drops it down into the sand to pop the ball out.
   • Tiger also uses a similar technique, aiming to pop the ball out without too much energy.

9. Running Shots:

   • They discuss carrying the ball just past a certain point and letting it run out.
   • Ball position and face angle remain mostly similar, with slight adjustments.

10. Into-the-Grain Shots:

    • Tiger bumps and runs the shot into the grain.
    • Dustin moves the ball to his left toe, focuses on weight on the left side, and clips it to avoid getting stuck.

11. Different Shots for Different Grass:

    • Dustin emphasizes adjusting the technique based on the type of grass, particularly for getting the ball out of the grain.

12. Overall Technique:

    • Both players stress the importance of a consistent strike and maintaining proper balance during bunker shots.
    • They share their preferred techniques for various scenarios, including adjustments for ball position, face angle, and weight distribution.

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