Bubba Watson's Masters Magic: Ranking His Craziest Shots & Shot-Shaping Secrets

Bubba Golf at Augusta

Bubba Watson's connection with the Masters is defined by more than just his two Green Jackets (2012, 2014). It's cemented by his fearless, imaginative play. The most famous example remains his 2012 playoff shot on the 10th hole: deep in the trees right of the fairway, needing to hook a wedge shot nearly 90 degrees around trouble to find the green, setting up his victory over Louis Oosthuizen.

However, Watson revealed other moments of brilliance often overlooked. His 2022 approach on the 18th hole stands out. Facing the cut line at three over par, his tee shot found the trees separating the 10th and 18th fairways. With a leaf complicating the lie, he executed a shot from roughly 180-190 yards that somehow found its way under the foliage and settled a mere foot from the cup – a shot he considers one of his best, though few witnessed its brilliance.

Another highlight involved defying his caddie, Ted Scott, on the 11th hole. Faced with pinestraw right of the fairway and the pond guarding the green, Scott advised against a risky rope-hook. Watson, true to 'Bubba Golf,' executed it flawlessly.

The Method Behind the Magic

How does he do it? In a lesson setting, Watson explained his approach focuses less on complex mechanics and more on fundamental adjustments:

He prioritizes visual cues like trees and targets over launch monitor data, relying on his innate ability to 'see' the shot and curve it accordingly.

What is Bubba Watson best known for at the Masters?

He's famous for his two victories (2012, 2014) and particularly his incredible recovery shot – a massive hook from the trees – on the 10th hole during the 2012 playoff.

How does Bubba Watson hit his signature hooks and slices?

He primarily manipulates his stance (closed for hook, open for slice), adjusts the clubface angle at address and impact, and exaggerates his swing path, focusing on feel and visual targets.

Which Masters shot does Watson consider remarkable but often forgotten?

His approach shot on the 18th hole in 2022, hit from deep in the trees separating 18 and 10, requiring him to hit under a leaf on his ball, landing it just one foot from the pin while he was trying to make the cut.

Bubba's shot-making is legendary, but which Masters moment do you find most impressive? Let us know!

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