Putting accounts for nearly 40% of the golf shots hit during a round. PuttView says that year-to-date strokes gained putting statistics show the biggest correlation with world ranking.

The PGA average on Greens in Regulation is around 65%. That means they are chipping on approximately 6 holes per round. Amateur golfers have a much lower percentage and chip more often.

Bunker play can truly separate great golfers from average golfers. On average, professional golfers get up-and-down from bunkers approximately 55% of the time. Some amateur golfer struggle to just get the ball out of the bunker.

To be elite, golfers must be elite from 150 yards and in. A scratch golfer hits the green from 150 yards approximately 61% of the time while a 10-handicap only hits the green 42% of the time.

The game has changed. Distance off the tee is one of the greatest factors in strokes gained.