When addressing a flier lie, which adjustment to technique is recommended?

When addressing a flier lie, which adjustment to technique is recommended?

• A. Lower lofted club and flatten the swing
• B. Higher lofted club and steepen the angle of approach
• C. Open stance and shallow the swing
• D. Use a putter

Answer: (B)

When a ball sits down in rough (a flier lie), the goal is to get the ball airborne quickly despite the grass grabbing the club. Using a higher lofted club increases the launch angle, helping the ball pop out of the grass. A steeper angle of approach allows you to strike the ball more cleanly and reduces turf interference, so you’re less likely to trap the club and miss the ball. Using a lower loft or a flatter swing would leave the shot low and running, which isn’t effective for a flier lie.

When a ball sits down in rough (a flier lie), the goal is to get the ball airborne quickly despite the grass grabbing the club. Using a higher lofted club increases the launch angle, helping the ball pop out of the grass. A steeper angle of approach allows you to strike the ball more cleanly and reduces turf interference, so you’re less likely to trap the club and miss the ball. Using a lower loft or a flatter swing would leave the shot low and running, which isn’t effective for a flier lie.