Hack It Out Golf

SMS - Tour Pros, Green Hit Percentage, 125-150, 151-175, 176-200

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Aug 16, 2025
Curious about how tour pros hit the green? Discover the surprising hit percentages from various distances, and how you can manage your expectations on the course. Engage in a playful guessing game with the hosts as they reveal stats and share personal anecdotes. They also tackle how perceptions of elite players can skew our view of performance. Plus, explore the significance of pin placement on golf stats and the role of energy-boosting solutions for your game. Perfect for golf enthusiasts looking to improve!
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INSIGHT

Tour Pros Aren't Automatic From 175–200

  • Tour pros hit the green from 175–200 yards only about 56.4% of the time.
  • That shows even elite players miss nearly half the time at that distance, so expectations should adjust accordingly.
ANECDOTE

Energy Shot In The Bag

  • Lou plugs 5-Hour Energy Transfusion as his on-course solution to stay energized during rounds.
  • He says it fits in his bag and helps him maintain performance through 18 holes.
INSIGHT

Even Short Wedges Miss Often

  • From 125–150 yards tour pros hit the green 69.5% of the time.
  • Even at short distances pros miss about 30% of the time due to pins, slopes, and bad shots.
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