Hideki Matsuyama is considered one of the best wedge players in golf. He has a sand save percentage of 71.32% this season on the PGA Tour. While his wedge play may seem easy, it comes from hours of practice and learning the basics. Reaching this level of skill takes time, but you can make progress by using specific techniques in your swings.

Here are three tips that can enhance your skills.

Top 3 ways to hit clean wedges

1. Start with a solid setup—posture, grip & alignment.

To start, you need a good setup. For wedge shots, you must stand having your feet closer together—about an inch inside shoulder-width for a full swing and even closer for quarter or half-wedge swings. And then, when you are ready to hit the ball, your knees should be very slightly bent, and your sternum should be

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