THIS IS HOW YOU ESCAPE A FAIRWAY BUNKER | "Paddy's Golf Tip" #32 | Padraig Harrington

In my opinion, the key to playing fairway bunkers is to keep it simple and make two specific adjustments - grip down the shaft and use a three-quarter swing.

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About Padraig Harrington:

Born in Dublin Padraig is a proud family man married to Caroline with two children Patrick and Ciaran. As a three-time major champion, Padraig is one of the world’s top golfers and his playing record speaks for itself. Following a very successful amateur career, including winning the Walker Cup in 1995 at Royal Porthcawl in one of his three Walker Cup appearances, he turned professional in September 1995.

Having won in only his 10th event as a professional, Padraig became European number one in 2006, before winning his national Open a year later. Winning 38 times as a professional, he captured three major championships in the space of 13 months, which helped him to reach a career high of 3rd in the World Rankings. More recently, he has secured nine tournaments on the PGA Champions Tour, including the 2022 Senior US Open, and was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2024.

Beyond golf, Padraig is a proud family man, married to Caroline with two children and founded the Padraig Harrington Charitable Foundation to provide financial assistance to deserving beneficiaries. During Lockdown he became an internet sensation posting golf tips for amateur golfers through his social media channels and now has his own YouTube channel.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to Long Bunker Shots
0:02 Setting Up for a Successful Bunker Shot
0:47 The Importance of Gripping Down the Shaft
1:30 Why a Three-Quarter Swing Works Best
2:20 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
2:50 Adjusting Ball Position for a Flat Bunker
3:30 Moving the Ball Forward for High Lips
4:45 Adjusting Club Selection and Loft for Distance
5:25 Trusting the Loft Without Helping the Ball
6:05 Maintaining Balance and Proper Strike Point
7:00 Final Tips: Thin Divots and Ball-First Contact
7:35 Closing Thoughts on Fairway Bunker Shots

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