Getting a golf ball to stop quickly or even spin backward can be a real lifesaver, especially when you're hitting onto firm greens or when the pin is placed directly behind a bunker or water hazard. Follow these simple rules to ensure you master your backspin quickly and easily.

1.        Stand with your feet closer together than when you normally swing.

2.        Position yourself so that the ball is closer to your back foot.

3.        Use a flop wedge, also known as a 60-degree wedge. A sand wedge can be used in an emergency.

4.        Swing the club on a steeper plan (more upright).

5.        Hit directly underneath the ball before taking a divot. Take a divot that is long and shallow.

Follow through normally.

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