Craig Stadler: Flop Shot Lesson

In this video, Craig Stadler demonstrates how to execute a flop shot in golf. This shot is a useful technique when faced with a close-cut pin and a big obstacle, such as a mountain, in front of the green. Stadler provides valuable tips on how to approach this challenging shot and achieve a successful outcome. To execute a flop shot, Stadler advises adjusting the stance and club face. He suggests playing the ball off the right big toe, with a wider stance than usual. By positioning the club face slightly open, the ball will have a higher trajectory. Stadler emphasizes that the most crucial aspect of the shot is to finish with a high follow-through. Stadler compares the flop shot to a bunker shot near the green. Just like in a bunker shot, it’s important to hit behind the ball to get it in the air. Stadler explains that hitting the ball first will not achieve the desired result. Instead, a high follow-through allows the sand to lift the ball into the air. The same principle applies to the flop shot – getting the ball up in the air is crucial to clearing the obstacle and landing softly on the green. Stadler highlights a common mistake that golfers make when attempting a flop shot. If they don’t have a high follow-through, they tend to hit the ball too low, causing it to bounce off the grass and either hit the obstacle or result in an unsightly shot. To avoid this,...