PLAYING FROM THE ROUGH | Paddy's Golf Tip #20 | Padraig Harrington

Playing from the rough can be one of the most challenging shots in golf. As well as using the correct technique there are many factors to consider, including the direction the grass is lying and its moisture level, and correct analysis is essential before playing the shot.

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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 Playing From the Rough
0:11 Key Factors That Impact Your Shots
0:35 Clean Strikes: Why Technique Matters
1:24 The Five Types of Rough Lies
3:01 Grass Direction and Ball Behavior
4:50 How Grass Color Affects Your Shot
6:00 Tips for Dealing With Tree Line Grass
7:00 Loft: Your Friend in the Rough
8:20 Practice and Experience Are Key

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