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Can The F1 CHAMPION Beat One Of The WORLDS GREATEST GOLFERS? | Lando Norris Vs Justin Rose

[HPP] Lando NorrisSeptember 17, 202531 min
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The DP World 99-Yard Challenge

  • 🎯 The video features the DP World 99-Yard Challenge held at the beautiful Wentworth academy.
  • 📊 The challenge involves hitting a golf ball 99 yards to a target with specific scoring zones: blue (10 points), green (25 points), pink (50 points), and a central ice cream target (100 points).
  • ⚠️ Points are awarded only for carry, meaning the ball must land in the zone, not roll into it.

Justin Rose's Pitching Insights

  • ⛳️ For a 99-yard shot, Justin Rose suggests using a lob wedge, 56-degree, or 52-degree club, often preferring a smooth 56-degree.
  • ⏱️ He uses a "clock face theory" with his left arm, where a 10:00 swing corresponds to a 100-yard shot, and 9:30 for 92 yards.
  • 🛠️ Key tips include keeping the body turning through the swing to control the club face and having hands slightly ahead of the ball for a good flight, avoiding scooping.
  • 🌬️ Conditions influence club choice: for windy conditions, a lower flighted shot is preferred, and for soft greens, a 52-degree club with a "half bunt" shot can help control backspin.

Ryder Cup & Practice Philosophy

  • 🏆 Rose describes the Ryder Cup as an "absolute atmosphere" and the only golf tournament he would sit down and watch, highlighting the excitement of head-to-head golf.
  • 🗣️ He recalls a memorable chant from the 2016 Ryder Cup: "If you are playing Chris Wood today, you'll be looking up to the skies."
  • 🧠 Regarding practice, he emphasizes not overdoing it during tournament play to stay mentally fresh for Sunday, especially when contending for a win.
  • ✅ Rose incorporates wedge work into his daily warm-up as a "maintenance session" to sneak in practice without burning out.

Pro vs. Amateur Showdowns

  • 🏎️ F1 driver Lando Norris faced Justin Rose, with Rose scoring 10 points and Norris, after initial struggles, winning with a 50-point shot on his last attempt.
  • 🏌️ Other matches included Dan Brown (pro) beating Kee (amateur) with 20 points, and Hannah (amateur) winning against Yubo (pro) with a 25-point shot.
  • 🤝 Richard Manell (pro) scored 60 points to defeat his brother, while Big Nervous (amateur) secured 10 points to win against ToddyC.

Final Challenge Results

  • 🎉 The overall challenge concluded with the Pros winning 3-2 against the Amateurs in the DP World 99-Yard Challenge.
  • 👏 The event was hosted at the Wentworth academy, with participants expressing gratitude for the experience.
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