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How changing 1 small thing in your wedge setup can produce serious spin

How changing 1 small thing in your wedge setup can produce serious spin

**Changing 1 Small Thing in Wedge Setup for Serious Spin**

Golfers hoping to dial in their touch around the greens this season should consider a simple change to their wedge setup. According to leading instructors, optimizing ball position — specifically moving it forward in the stance — can dramatically increase spin rates, leading to more control and stopping power on approach shots. This adjustment shifts the dynamic loft and creates a more descending angle of attack, resulting in less skid and a steeper landing angle for greater bite. By simply repositioning the ball slightly closer to the target, golfers can unlock a hidden advantage that will yield noticeable improvements in their short game.

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