Golfers tend to think lower scores come from hitting more great shots.
But there's another way to look at it:
The difference is simple:
High-percentage shot: You can pull it off 7–8 times out of 10
Low-percentage shot: You might pull it off 2–3 times out of 10
The dangerous part? Golfers tend to remember the one miracle shot—and forget all the doubles it created.
Watch the Presidents Cup this week and you'll see this calculation happening constantly. The smartest play isn't always the most impressive shot; it's often the one that keeps the hole alive when something goes wrong.
The breakthrough: Before attempting a difficult shot, ask yourself one question:
“If I had to hit this shot 10 times, how many would actually work?”
That little calculation can change the way you play an entire round.
Because there are hidden high-percentage strategies all over the golf course—off the tee, into greens, around trouble and even when deciding which club to hit.
Play the percentages correctly and you can start eliminating wasted strokes without changing your swing.
Until next time,
Your friends at Going Low
