Seve Ballesteros' "Bunker Shot" at the 1983 Open Championship is considered one of the most memorable and skillful shots in golf history. Here are the details of that remarkable shot:
During the final round of the 1983 Open Championship held at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in England, Seve Ballesteros found himself in a challenging situation on the 18th hole. His ball had landed in a greenside bunker, buried deep in the sand, with very little room to maneuver.
Facing the prospect of a potentially costly shot, Ballesteros showed his exceptional touch and creativity. With a seemingly impossible lie and the championship on the line, he took a calculated risk and decided to play an extraordinary shot.
Using a 9-iron instead of the traditional sand wedge, Ballesteros opened the face of the club, took a wide stance, and positioned himself well outside the bunker. With a combination of sheer power, finesse, and improvisation, he executed a remarkable swing that sent the ball soaring high into the air and landing softly onto the green.
The shot was greeted with a roar of applause and astonishment from the crowd as Ballesteros successfully escaped the bunker and set up a birdie opportunity. The incredible display of skill and ingenuity ultimately contributed to Ballesteros winning his third Open Championship title.
