Last Updated: Nov 06, 2023
Golf Terms: Approach Shot
An approach shot describes the shot a golfer hits into the green.

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An approach shot describes the shot a golfer hits into the green. This could be the tee shot on a par 3, a second shot on a par 4, or any other shot where the golfer is a considerable distance from the hole but is aiming at the green.
Nice approach shot, it's 3 feet from the pin!