Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson's Wedge Clinic | TaylorMade Golf

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  • čas přidán 17. 08. 2022
  • As some of the longest hitters in professional golf, Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson have plenty of opportunities to attack the flag and make birdies. When they're inside 100 yards, these two have to be sharp with their wedges, and they spend a huge amount of their practice time honing that skill to take advantage when they're in the Attack Zone.
    Watch as Rory and DJ talk you through their mental approach and describe their feels and technique with the Milled Grind 3 Wedges and TP5x golf balls.
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Komentáře • 341

  • @stayfithabits
    @stayfithabits Před rokem +106

    I love how nearly all of Rory’s shots were way closer and he just stays silent the whole time. Pure class

    • @fullmetalsal
      @fullmetalsal Před 9 měsíci +1

      US etiquette vs English etiquette?

    • @nate_w13
      @nate_w13 Před 8 měsíci +4

      @@fullmetalsal rory is northern irish, not english

    • @zos6897
      @zos6897 Před 4 měsíci +2

      I personally liked to hear Dustin talk. Wouldn't say rory has more class because he talked less. I like the education they both provide

    • @bstokie13
      @bstokie13 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Not a typical day in the life of Rory

  • @petewilson2054
    @petewilson2054 Před rokem +264

    I love how Rory waits to make sure he isn't interrupting DJ but DJ just goes for it 😂😂

    • @carrd3971
      @carrd3971 Před rokem +37

      american's vs europeans

    • @Aubnormal
      @Aubnormal Před rokem +4

      I read you comment and re-watched some. It's embarrassingly obvious.

    • @mattmihovil7690
      @mattmihovil7690 Před rokem +22

      DJ is low key obnoxious this whole session, rambling, doesn’t even add value to the discussion

    • @tylerstrickland1010
      @tylerstrickland1010 Před rokem +15

      LIV vs PGA

    • @michaelnevins8820
      @michaelnevins8820 Před rokem +5

      @@mattmihovil7690 doesn’t have much to add he does not play off any numbers, all feel. Complete opposite of a guy like Bryson.

  • @waynewilding
    @waynewilding Před 9 měsíci +20

    I’ve never been DJ’s biggest fan… but I find him utterly entertaining on these Taylormade sessions. He always seems willing to impart his knowledge and gives great explanations…

  • @scotthansen4692
    @scotthansen4692 Před rokem +377

    these are the kind of sessions you need to do more of...chatting and learning what pros think with their gear and shots. a lot of the TM videos are too gimmicky.

    • @Brandon-youtube
      @Brandon-youtube Před rokem +2

      Some of it is a little scary, even the best in the world are repeating misconceptions. For example, the raw face has been shown to have actually quite a bit less spin.

    • @lt.squinky552
      @lt.squinky552 Před rokem +1

      @@Brandon-youtube shown where?

    • @Brandon-youtube
      @Brandon-youtube Před rokem +2

      @@lt.squinky552 a number of outlets have done research, as much as I don’t like the ceo of my golf spy, they have a good write up on it

    • @HanJin907
      @HanJin907 Před rokem +1

      Love Rory. Just seems so class

    • @jacobr4558
      @jacobr4558 Před rokem +1

      Who cares?! I'm looking at feels and concepts not equipment

  • @goochball5
    @goochball5 Před rokem +171

    Props to trottie, he makes these videos just gel by asking all the right questions with a bit of banter, absolutely class

    • @johnsfuller
      @johnsfuller Před rokem +7

      So tell me boys how are those new zip-crack milled micro chasms on the raw osmium face?

    • @Moishe555
      @Moishe555 Před rokem +4

      @@johnsfuller haha he is a walking infomercial. That's why he gets paid the medium bucks

  • @smarcle
    @smarcle Před rokem +78

    Sitting here watching these two hit so consistently is amazing to me

  • @juliannanardecchia5448
    @juliannanardecchia5448 Před rokem +47

    Watching dustin and Rory turn around in sync was satisfying. at 00:20

  • @oprmail6830
    @oprmail6830 Před rokem +189

    This is the first time it feels like DJ actually wanted to be on camera and talk

  • @Fkkdbsbs
    @Fkkdbsbs Před 11 měsíci +12

    Rory is like he became pro by his ability to think and implement.
    DJ feels more like a drunken boxing type guy who hasnt overthinked anything ever.

    • @Fkkdbsbs
      @Fkkdbsbs Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@Nikhil-hd5oi lol its not my native tongue, is overthunk or overthought correct?

    • @SCmatium
      @SCmatium Před 8 měsíci

      you definintel @@Fkkdbsbs

  • @chrisc353
    @chrisc353 Před rokem +52

    Wondering if this was before or after LIV, seemed Rory kinda winced when he said "we're 2 of the longest players on the tour"

    • @CAxALLDAY
      @CAxALLDAY Před rokem +28

      way before LIV. they film all this stuff in one day and release it throughout the year

    • @chuckycheese84
      @chuckycheese84 Před rokem +33

      this was before LIV as DJ still had RBC sponsorship. The RBC logo on his left shoulder

  • @recmix92
    @recmix92 Před rokem +35

    OMG! These videos are just absolute GOLD!!!
    Thank you TaylorMade Golf and everyone involved in making these videos :)
    My favorite content!!!!

  • @kennethlin
    @kennethlin Před rokem +7

    Watching wedge play like this is such a treat!

  • @callumdicesare7109
    @callumdicesare7109 Před rokem +13

    Incredibly educational within an actual conversation, with context and evidence couldn’t be better keep it coming🔥

  • @perfectjays
    @perfectjays Před rokem +9

    Watching Rory’s shots really shows how much a clean club-face will effect the distance and backspin. Before he wipes his club-face off were hitting the green and stopping right away. Once he cleaned them, they’d bounce and rip back. I could never achieve a backspin until I started cleaning my club-face consistently and making sure my practice balls were all clean/softer golf balls.. also all the same golf balls for consistency (got a few dozen Tour-Response balls that were used for super cheap) it’s a good feeling once you get one ripping back

  • @paulday7427
    @paulday7427 Před rokem +3

    Great idea guys. So relaxed and open discussion.

  • @MiltIV84
    @MiltIV84 Před rokem +6

    This is just awesome. How this doesn't have a million views blows my mind. Two masters of the game just talking through the process. Brilliant.

  • @risingphoenix7633
    @risingphoenix7633 Před rokem +2

    Great Video, cool to hear the mindset of top level players! They make it look so easy......awesome!

  • @aidangriffiths5075
    @aidangriffiths5075 Před rokem +3

    Rory's wedge game has improved so much, its amazing

  • @AnthonyDavid59
    @AnthonyDavid59 Před rokem +4

    It was great to hear their % practice shots with wedges. I had a wedge lesson 3 weeks ago and I now do 30-40% of my practice with wedges. I still need a lot of work on the rest of my game, of course!

  • @paintinlinesmyjob
    @paintinlinesmyjob Před 2 měsíci

    Two very different dialects of the same language. I feel that these TM session videos will be something players generations down the road will watch. Great insights for different types of people to understand. If nothing else it’s mesmerizing to watch pros make 90% green in reg with that proximity. Great stuff.

  • @marcbliss8246
    @marcbliss8246 Před rokem +7

    Crazy watching Rory and his spin differences when he cleans the face of his wedge, versus when it starts to get dirty and doesn’t spin.

  • @noAPlease
    @noAPlease Před 10 měsíci +2

    Some fantastic insight here from some of the greats. Thanks for including us!

  • @andrewoodward31
    @andrewoodward31 Před rokem +8

    So pure. These guys are just incredibly good 🔥

  • @ChapterMasterAres
    @ChapterMasterAres Před rokem +3

    My favourite golfer overall and my favourite golfer in LIV. It’s a good day

  • @jonathankrug8388
    @jonathankrug8388 Před rokem +3

    Legends right there. Thank you muchly for the great info

  • @davidtomsett
    @davidtomsett Před rokem +1

    Fascinating insight into how pros approach approach play

  • @haricsl
    @haricsl Před rokem +3

    Half hour in one vid - gold dust, well done TM 👏

  • @McVilla1N
    @McVilla1N Před měsícem +1

    Pure gold right here.

  • @Chowyanh
    @Chowyanh Před rokem +1

    Well done Trottie and team. World class content as always.

  • @getovryourslf4444
    @getovryourslf4444 Před rokem +1

    I have a little trick I've done most of my life that my dad taught me with my wedges. Don't clean them after your shot! And the reason is if you have a shot, you need a little less spin. A wedge with a little dirt in the groves will do just that. Spin a little less. If you do need that wedge to spin, you can then clean it up before the shot. It's always done right by me.

  • @The_Madd_Golfer
    @The_Madd_Golfer Před rokem +22

    I don't know when this video was actually shot but it's great to see these two TaylorMade team pros doing this clinic together. All the recent hype about the animosity between PGA and LIV tour pros seem to be non-existent and I certainly hope that's the case still. I like both of them and their shot making abilities and definitely hope more of these videos will be forthcoming in the future. I especially love hearing them say they change their wedges every couple of weeks to couple of months! I still use my wedges that I've had for over 10 years, lol.....maybe that's why I don't have to worry about excess spin!

    • @Real28
      @Real28 Před rokem

      Well, if it's after DJ was already on LIV, it's odd for 2 reasons.
      1. Their contracts state when you do anything outside LIV, you have to wear their apparel.
      2. He's got RBC on his sleeve and they dropped him almost immediately.

    • @willscheipeter7099
      @willscheipeter7099 Před rokem +1

      @real idk how true that is, Bryson has been flooding his CZcams with content and isn’t wearing any LIV logo…

    • @The_Madd_Golfer
      @The_Madd_Golfer Před rokem

      @@Real28 True regarding the RBC logo but maybe he just didn't care that it was on there 😆. The LIV logo thing....I don't think they're enforcing that till next season; either that or each player may have a slightly different contract regarding "outside" logos during other "events".

    • @wickerjared
      @wickerjared Před rokem +3

      This was way before DJ joined LIV. No way these two would do this now. Sad, but true.

  • @pederjensen7288
    @pederjensen7288 Před rokem +1

    impressive DJ manage to get those shots so stright. Crazy closed club at the top, so if he is not turning very fast, this is gonna be massive hooks

  • @adon14x
    @adon14x Před rokem +11

    The best bit from this is the don't take any off, take your swing and add some always make sure you are accelerating through the ball

  • @simondewhurst3237
    @simondewhurst3237 Před rokem +1

    Love these videos 🧨

  • @bradenbach1567
    @bradenbach1567 Před rokem

    Awesome video!

  • @williambunner8870
    @williambunner8870 Před rokem +6

    I for one actually enjoy the simplicity of this production. You don't need drone footage or tracers on every video

    • @kp_21
      @kp_21 Před rokem +2

      Just a question why wouldn't you want tracers on a wedge video? Would be extremely satisfying and more educational when they speak about changing the shot shape. We couldn't see any of it

    • @chillier8363
      @chillier8363 Před rokem

      Tracers would have been great here. Still a great just to hear their thoughts

  • @royclose946
    @royclose946 Před rokem +3

    Well done team taylormade

  • @Mikesmeyer88
    @Mikesmeyer88 Před rokem

    The mg3 instead of the stock pitching wedge is like a surgical instrument compared to a carpenters tools. I always go back to my 48, my pw is about 47 so it works good I just lose about a yard.

  • @Golfsucksco
    @Golfsucksco Před rokem +1

    This consistency is bonkers, all of them hit the green

  • @gregschulte2953
    @gregschulte2953 Před rokem

    they're playing a different game me. good stuff.

  • @bombdrive3880
    @bombdrive3880 Před rokem

    This kind of video is the best

  • @davidtomsett
    @davidtomsett Před rokem +1

    Trottie has the dream job, mixing with all the top TM pros

  • @chillier8363
    @chillier8363 Před rokem

    Great info

  • @NathanaelFinneran
    @NathanaelFinneran Před rokem +1

    How long ago was this recorded since DJ is with LIV?

  • @TheMacsly
    @TheMacsly Před rokem +6

    A shot tracer would have been cool in this scenario.

  • @mrfatuchi
    @mrfatuchi Před 11 měsíci +1

    Nice to see the pros are human too. I too hit crazy good(for level I am at) at the practice session but its quite another thing to repeat that in play. I guarantee they dont hit that well in actual tournament otherwise we wouldnt see chip shots all the time. See there at the end yeah DJ was rushing but I would call it pressure.

  • @edwardstroko4665
    @edwardstroko4665 Před rokem

    I’d like to know if they use same length shafts or not or what shaft length they each use? DJ is taller and would think his are longer

  • @judjohnson4640
    @judjohnson4640 Před rokem +11

    Great content, but production value and camera angles don’t sufficiently support that content. #1: Need shot tracer on every shot so we can actual see flight & curve. #2: Need camera positioned at rear of green and high…either JIB or drone. Current camera angle gives no reference at to how close they are getting it to going in the hole. #3: Would be a great additional perk to have trackman numbers showing spin rate and launch angle of each shot (because that’s what you’re talking about). Need to up the production value to match the content!

  • @TheFoz1983
    @TheFoz1983 Před rokem +16

    Wonder if next season when new equipment come out the staff players from liv are going to be in it.

    • @jeffiden2508
      @jeffiden2508 Před rokem +1

      @@DiscGoStu what do you mean competitive brand? LIV is a sponser, not a clothing manufacturer. Adidas could literally embroider 3 letters on some shirts for him...

    • @3101max
      @3101max Před rokem

      @@DiscGoStu LIV branded apparel in that case just means that the logo needs to be on there. its a contract much like a lot of players have mercedes logo or netjets or what ever on their clothes

    • @jeffiden2508
      @jeffiden2508 Před rokem

      @@DiscGoStu you can't put words in quotes that aren't in the contract dude. The contract says "The player agrees to wearing LIV golf branding" which is not the same as wearing LIV branded apparel. It says the players must wear the circuit's branding during competitions. LIV is not a clothing manufacturer...

    • @DiscGoStu
      @DiscGoStu Před rokem

      @@3101max I guess I misunderstood what LIV branded apparel meant in this case. I thought LIV was marketing apparel that could be purchased by fans by having their players wear it

    • @DiscGoStu
      @DiscGoStu Před rokem

      @@jeffiden2508 That’s my fault, I was quoting an article and I mistakenly said I was quoting the contract itself and I see the distinction between the two wordings

  • @loganthrift11
    @loganthrift11 Před rokem

    Surprised they still post these after everything that’s happened (i know it was filmed awhile back but still)

  • @hiddenbunny7205
    @hiddenbunny7205 Před rokem +6

    " I don't want too much spin" while each shot spin back like mad, lol

    • @Adrian-yv8sy
      @Adrian-yv8sy Před rokem

      and theyre talking about raw face which gives extra spin....

    • @ConnorLyon
      @ConnorLyon Před rokem +1

      @@Adrian-yv8sy no it doesn’t lol

  • @FW-od1lt
    @FW-od1lt Před rokem +8

    Rory is such a class act!

  • @StoiccGaming
    @StoiccGaming Před rokem

    Jesus Christ that spin DJ put on the ball with the 60 degree @18:15

  • @jondoe769
    @jondoe769 Před rokem

    Was this filmed before or after DJ went to LIV?

  • @bigjaygally448
    @bigjaygally448 Před rokem +1

    Man, these guys are good. I would have had balls everywhere lmao

  • @patrickcarney493
    @patrickcarney493 Před rokem

    I bought a 54 degree milled grind last year could not hit a ball 75 yards, found out it was bent to a 56 degree so I had them bend it to a 52 degree to cover my gap between 100 to 120 yards , in the meantime I bought a top flight gamer 52degree wedge for 15 dollars just for the same reason, I hit that 115 yards, then when I got my TM wedge back I couldn't hit it past 91 yards, I tried everything ball back, ball forward everything I cannot hit that club, any suggestions? Maybe a defect?

    • @DannyP407
      @DannyP407 Před rokem +1

      Could be bounce and grind difference

    • @SuperKickflips
      @SuperKickflips Před rokem

      Id be curious to see the spin numbers on the top flight wedge vs the mg3 wedge. I would almost bet the mg3 spins way higher = higher launch which could make the carry distance change.

  • @JamaalHamilton-re4sg
    @JamaalHamilton-re4sg Před rokem

    I like Rory and DJ.

  • @KarlsCracklingCottonMouth

    I have been as low as a +2 handicap with swing speed at 120 mph. Never do the balls spin like this on the course in my area Seattle. So my point is, don't always think its you that can't spin it like this. It takes perfect conditions.

    • @KarlsCracklingCottonMouth
      @KarlsCracklingCottonMouth Před rokem

      Furthermore sand filled golf courses help with spin.

    • @whatthe3504
      @whatthe3504 Před 4 měsíci

      yeah i wouldnt expect a 100 yrd sw to spin that much unless its just the fact the are using expensive wedges and brand new balls. mines only stop unless there is a slope but i dont play new balls or wedges.

  • @dougalbee1125
    @dougalbee1125 Před rokem +2

    Wonder how long ago it was made… don’t see Rory and DJ making this video with liv now

  • @iloveadventures6710
    @iloveadventures6710 Před rokem +1

    What was the high bounce? a 12 or higher?

  • @Vaniel18
    @Vaniel18 Před rokem

    What golf course is this at? I'm pretty sure it's in Jupiter, FL...I also think both these guys have a house down there.

  • @atanjacket
    @atanjacket Před rokem +1

    I know they play more golf than most people, but there is no way I am switching out a club a year because of the raw face being too worn lmao. That is too expensive for me. FYI the new hi-toe is great, I used one at the range the other day. The micro ribs were imparting some good control, and to be honest the face looks great too. I usually stay away from clubs with finishes, as it gets worn off after a couple rounds and looks terrible. I'd rather no finish with just the raw metal coloring.

  • @simsam133
    @simsam133 Před 4 dny

    18:10 That ammount of backspin is just crazy to me

  • @BParker55
    @BParker55 Před rokem

    Rory legitimately ripping a 2'x2' patch out of the fairway by the end lol

  • @malibujesus
    @malibujesus Před rokem

    What course is this? Anyone know?

  • @Kaigaughen
    @Kaigaughen Před rokem +2

    Wait who is the two guys on the left I know the guy on the right. The legend himself Chris Trottieeeeee

  • @blamegame10
    @blamegame10 Před rokem +5

    is this old footage because PGA vs LIV

  • @axehole25
    @axehole25 Před rokem +1

    Wonder if they will do this again next year…lol.

  • @troyryangolf
    @troyryangolf Před rokem

    Is it Rory’s birthday? This man’s got cake. 😳

  • @chillier8363
    @chillier8363 Před rokem +3

    70% practice spent with wedges... Wow. Time to hit up the chip n putt

  • @jimmyculp8756
    @jimmyculp8756 Před rokem

    O. old footage?

  • @SuperYoda7
    @SuperYoda7 Před rokem +1

    Never saw Dustin talk that much... cool guy.

  • @getovryourslf4444
    @getovryourslf4444 Před rokem

    I'm thinking about how happy the grounds crew is about having to fix up them fairways after this.

  • @Only_Bruski
    @Only_Bruski Před rokem +7

    Taylormade trying to keep the peace between their golfers 😂

  • @CapnT87
    @CapnT87 Před rokem

    The amount of spin they get with each shot is really inconsistent - I’d like to know what they’re doing to get such different amounts of spin shot to shot. Or is that just the club face that makes it hard even for them to control spin magnitude on even half shots?

    • @cruzchavez524
      @cruzchavez524 Před rokem +1

      They are hitting different shot shapes. High cut more spin. The draws are stopping quicker less spin.

    • @DannyP407
      @DannyP407 Před rokem

      @@cruzchavez524 also when the ball lands at different parts of the green with different undulation, grain directions, and elevations…you can almost think of it like taking the break of a putt in addition to the spin and the launch from the shot. Some people also mentioned the difference between the shots when Rory cleaned his wedge off vs leaving it dirty.

  • @rogerborrell3414
    @rogerborrell3414 Před 11 měsíci +1

    0:22 they both moved in sync

  • @nwiz12
    @nwiz12 Před rokem

    This was definitely shot before DJ went to LIV hahaha.

  • @Pdubya69GS
    @Pdubya69GS Před rokem

    I love the insight but don't be mistaken, this is one long extended commercial for Taylormade wedges 😂📽🎬

  • @geojetson9533
    @geojetson9533 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I need to know how I can stop my forward spin with my irons😂

  • @rikiellia
    @rikiellia Před rokem

    What irons are they using ! Stealth or P790

  • @user_1664
    @user_1664 Před rokem

    My practice is 70-80 percent 9i,pw, wedge that’s where the similarities end , I haven’t changed my one and only 52 wedge for four years 😂
    Tbh I don’t think I would like a newer more grippy one .

  • @pauldavidlescovitz4118
    @pauldavidlescovitz4118 Před rokem +4

    10:41 Rory and dustin step to the ball in sync

  • @showtime207
    @showtime207 Před rokem +2

    Didn’t think they were that close for the amount of balls they were hitting

  • @davidbrackney289
    @davidbrackney289 Před rokem

    Rory & Dustin wedge clinic? I'll take Tiger and Phil for the win.

  • @davidbishop7341
    @davidbishop7341 Před 6 měsíci

    Somebody explain how to hit the 10 foot fade with the wedge.

  • @RQCK0N
    @RQCK0N Před rokem +3

    Yeah I change my wedge 2 or 3 times a decade, usually when the grip is as slippery as a greased weasel or after I've helicoptered it into a lake!!! (not the weasel, no animal abuse here)

  • @rizo_god2790
    @rizo_god2790 Před rokem

    Yo DJ! Can I have your latest wedge set you don’t use 😬

  • @Dreama40
    @Dreama40 Před 2 měsíci

    I change out my wedges roughly every 15 years.

  • @tjjjjjjjjj7997
    @tjjjjjjjjj7997 Před rokem

    This video was (knuckle) cracking

  • @Victor-512
    @Victor-512 Před rokem +2

    I would have dug a grave yard if I was hitting that many wedges. The one thing I liked hearing was never hit full wedge shots.

  • @jacobh1623
    @jacobh1623 Před 10 měsíci

    So what’s good with those couple week old 60s? I’ll could take a few

  • @collllllll
    @collllllll Před rokem

    Is this before or after LIV

  • @ArttillaZ
    @ArttillaZ Před rokem

    GO DJ..

  • @mattp3883
    @mattp3883 Před rokem

    LOL was this pre DJ going to LIV??

  • @SKATEiQ
    @SKATEiQ Před rokem

    We love basic videos

  • @justinm4801
    @justinm4801 Před rokem

    If only I could hit off fairways like that

  • @maximusnarcanius1888
    @maximusnarcanius1888 Před rokem

    I’m not saying one is right, and one is wrong, or one is better than the other but they’re polar opposites. Rory is so technical and DJ is feel. It’s funny how DJ seems to believe that they’re similar players lol

  • @allthingspinnacle9621

    Sound and consistency are just ridiculous. “Practice like you play” words to live by.

  • @manfrommaine1194
    @manfrommaine1194 Před rokem +3

    Think this is the last time these 2 hung out? 😂

  • @SnowWolf90
    @SnowWolf90 Před rokem +2

    Looks like dj has a bit of an open stance, makes sense for how much his is spinning compared to Rory's