Ball position is everything in iron play. If you aren't careful about it, you can create some major problems in your game just by getting an inch or two off. Ernie Els ballcarefulcreate Change image and share on social
There have been so many majors that got away, starting at Riviera in '95, taking a three-shot lead into the final round of the PGA and not winning. Ernie Els finalleadmajor Change image and share on social
Something I've really enjoyed learning more about is course design. Ernie Els designenjoyhave Change image and share on social
Your longest drives will come when you feel you're swinging at 75 percent. Ernie Els drivefeellong Change image and share on social
For the most part, when you play a full shot from the primary rough at your course, you're gauging how close to a standard shot you can hit based on your lie in the grass. Ernie Els baseclosefull Change image and share on social
Brushing up on your short game at the practice area is fine and good, but taking it with you to the golf course - when your score is really on the line - is another story. Ernie Els areabrushfine Change image and share on social
You don't have to be long off the tee, and we know the amazing effect an Open crowd can have if you're on your game and how they can lift you. Ernie Els amazecrowdeffect Change image and share on social
Some players like to change clubs around the green to hit high or low shots. I play all of my short-game shots with my 54-degree sand wedge and change my ball position to hit it higher or lower. I think it's easier to learn one club than four. Ernie Els ballchangeclub share on social
For all the fun, don't forget: I always knew when to put my golf balls down and practice. Ernie Els ballforgetfun Change image and share on social
Grip pressure - not mechanical flaws - is the biggest factor when you're nervous. You unconsciously grip it tighter, which keeps you from making a smooth swing with a natural release. Keep your grip pressure light, and you'll be surprised how much your mechanics stabilize. Ernie Els bigfactorflaw share on social
