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Placing the ball in the right position for the next shot is eighty percent of winning golf
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"Placing the ball in the right position for the next shot is eighty percent of winning golf"

- Ben Hogan

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This quote by Ben Hogan emphasizes the significance of correct preparation in golf. He suggests that most of success in golf is identified by the gamer's ability to appropriately establish for their next shot. This indicates that the player should take the time to evaluate the terrain, choose the right club, and position the ball in the optimum position for the shot. By doing this, the player is providing themselves the very best opportunity to be successful. This quote also suggests that the other twenty percent of success in golf is figured out by the gamer's skill and ability to perform the shot. For that reason, it is necessary for golf players to not only prepare appropriately for their shots, but also to practice and hone their abilities in order to maximize their possibilities of success.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Ben Hogan between August 13, 1912 and July 25, 1997. He/she was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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