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You will see many different varaitions, but below is the correct way to repair the ball mark:
1. Use a divot repair tool to fix the divot left from the ball.
2. Discard the loose piece of turf taken out by the ball., for the turf will die and delay the healing process.
3. Insert the repair tool at the edge of the ball mark. The prongs should be at a 45 degree angle. Gently work the turf up and back into place by gently pushing up and forward. Do not insert the tool within the depression itself or underneath the indented area. These actions will expose the soil and damage the root system. Also, don't insert the repair tool and twist it. This only breaks more turf loose.
4. Gently tap down the repaired area with your putter.
5. Time permitting, you should repair at least one additional ball mark. Your fellow golfers will appreciate it.
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