Stupid Golf Question
What is a fade?
Someone calls the shot a fade and you are not sure whether that means good slice
Plain answer first
The plain answer
For a right-handed golfer, a fade curves gently from left to right. For a left-handed golfer, it curves gently from right to left. It is a controlled shape, unlike a slice, which curves more sharply and is usually unplanned.
The NPG answer
A fade takes the scenic route, but it still knows the destination.
When it matters
It matters when describing your normal ball flight or choosing a shape that fits the target and avoids trouble.
What to do next
Watch where the ball starts, how much it curves, and where it finishes before deciding whether you hit a controlled fade or an uncontrolled slice.
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What is a slice?
A slice is an uncontrolled shot that curves sharply away from the golfer.
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