Approach
A shot played toward the green, typically the second shot on a par-4 or third on a par-5.
What does approach mean in golf?
Approach shots are among the most important in golf because they determine how close the ball finishes to the pin, directly affecting birdie and par opportunities. The quality of a player's approach game is often measured by greens in regulation (GIR) percentage. Club selection for approach shots depends on distance, wind, elevation changes, and pin position.
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Greens in Regulation
A statistic measuring how often a golfer reaches the putting surface in the expected number of strokes (par minus 2).
Iron
A category of golf clubs with flat, angled metal clubheads used for approach shots, tee shots on shorter holes, and a variety of other situations.
Wedge
A category of high-lofted clubs used for short approach shots, chipping, pitching, and bunker play.
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