What is the club for the longest tee shots called?
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Driver
The driver hits farthest: pros send the ball over 300 metres with it.
💡 Did you know? The driver has the biggest head and the longest shaft.
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What is the rolling stroke into the hole on the green called?
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Putt
Putting is done with the 'putter'; reading the 'line' often decides the score.
💡 Did you know? On the green you only roll the ball; most strokes of a round are putts: where nerve often decides everything.
What is a short, high approach shot to the green called?
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Pitch
The pitch flies high and stops quickly: ideal for lofting over an obstacle close to the flag.
💡 Did you know? A 'chip' rolls more, a 'pitch' flies higher.
What are the metal-headed clubs numbered 3 to 9 called collectively?
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Irons
Irons are for mid-range distance and precision; higher numbers fly shorter and higher.
💡 Did you know? Irons are for medium distances; the higher the number, the shorter and higher the shot.
What is a ball that curves sharply to the right (for a right-hander) called?
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Slice
A slice is the most common amateur mistake: the ball curves sideways and often finishes out of bounds.
💡 Did you know? Its opposite, curving left, is called a 'hook'.
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