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[ad_1] It turned out just fine in the end for Jordan Spieth. Playing the final five holes of a major in five under will buff out plenty of scratchy parts. But for the first 12 and a half holes on Sunday, Spieth was certainly scratchy. His tee shot on the 13th was especially traumatizing–a push […]

[ad_1] It turned out just fine in the end for Jordan Spieth. Playing the final five holes of a major in five under will buff out plenty of scratchy parts. But for the first 12 and a half holes on Sunday, Spieth was certainly scratchy. His tee shot on the 13th was especially traumatizing–a push

[ad_1] The handicap system does a simple, elegant job of identifying a player’s ability. A 20-handicapper, a single-digit golfer, a club champion and a tour player all have different skill levels that lead to different scores. But what is it about a player’s swing that produces those various scores? There have always been plenty of

[ad_1] The handicap system does a simple, elegant job of identifying a player’s ability. A 20-handicapper, a single-digit golfer, a club champion and a tour player all have different skill levels that lead to different scores. But what is it about a player’s swing that produces those various scores? There have always been plenty of

[ad_1] Everyone wants to hit the the ball farther. That’s easy to understand. Length makes it easier to score. But if you’re looking at pure clubhead speed as your indicator for how far—and how well—you’re hitting shots, you’re missing an important part of the story. I’ve been lucky enough to have the same great coach

[ad_1] Everyone wants to hit the the ball farther. That’s easy to understand. Length makes it easier to score. But if you’re looking at pure clubhead speed as your indicator for how far—and how well—you’re hitting shots, you’re missing an important part of the story. I’ve been lucky enough to have the same great coach

[ad_1] The conditions and course setup at Birkdale were perfect for somebody to go out and shoot a low number. But the player still had to hit the shots. That player was Branden Grace. Feasting on rain-softened greens and an almost complete lack of wind, Grace made eight birdies against no bogeys to become the

[ad_1] The conditions and course setup at Birkdale were perfect for somebody to go out and shoot a low number. But the player still had to hit the shots. That player was Branden Grace. Feasting on rain-softened greens and an almost complete lack of wind, Grace made eight birdies against no bogeys to become the

[ad_1] Navigating Royal Birkdale successfully on Friday took a particular set of skills. The wind and rain made patience a virtue — and a sharp short game a necessity. Ian Poulter was out right in the middle of the most confounding conditions — an hour stretch when the wind completely changed directions and it started

[ad_1] Navigating Royal Birkdale successfully on Friday took a particular set of skills. The wind and rain made patience a virtue — and a sharp short game a necessity. Ian Poulter was out right in the middle of the most confounding conditions — an hour stretch when the wind completely changed directions and it started

[ad_1] Jordan Spieth isn’t considered one of the elite drivers of the ball, but part of what makes him one of the most formidable major championship players was on full display Thursday. Spieth only hit five fairways, but converted it into 15 greens in regulation and a 5-under 65 which was good for a share

[ad_1] Jordan Spieth isn’t considered one of the elite drivers of the ball, but part of what makes him one of the most formidable major championship players was on full display Thursday. Spieth only hit five fairways, but converted it into 15 greens in regulation and a 5-under 65 which was good for a share

[ad_1] Most golf holes, particularly the ones I design, give options. There’s a friendly route for the beginner and a riskier route where the reward forces the more skilled player to a decision. But some holes don’t offer much. They’re just plain tough, and your ability to execute shots on them makes or breaks your

[ad_1] Most golf holes, particularly the ones I design, give options. There’s a friendly route for the beginner and a riskier route where the reward forces the more skilled player to a decision. But some holes don’t offer much. They’re just plain tough, and your ability to execute shots on them makes or breaks your

[ad_1] How to get better rhythm in your golf swing Whether it’s a drive off the first, a crucial putt at the last, or some other stroke in between, rhythm is an important ingredient to make a shot great—it’s like the salt on french fries. Without it, the fries are OK. With it, your mouth

[ad_1] Whether it’s a drive off the first, a crucial putt at the last, or some other stroke in between, rhythm is an important ingredient to make a shot great—it’s like the salt on french fries. Without it, the fries are OK. With it, your mouth waters before the first bite. Ever notice how a

[ad_1] Out here on the PGA Tour, we’re constantly put in situations where—to carry a bunker or water hazard, set up a par 5 in two, or even drive a green on a par 4—we have to crank it up. Don’t get me wrong. I’m usually looking to make a swing with good tempo, hit

[ad_1] Out here on the PGA Tour, we’re constantly put in situations where—to carry a bunker or water hazard, set up a par 5 in two, or even drive a green on a par 4—we have to crank it up. Don’t get me wrong. I’m usually looking to make a swing with good tempo, hit

[ad_1] Fairway bunkers don’t have to be intimidating. To recover from here, all you need to do is adjust your setup, make a balanced-and-smooth swing, and hit the ball before your club makes contact with the sand. Let me walk you through the process: First, select a club one longer than you’d normally use from

[ad_1] Fairway bunkers don’t have to be intimidating. To recover from here, all you need to do is adjust your setup, make a balanced-and-smooth swing, and hit the ball before your club makes contact with the sand. Let me walk you through the process: First, select a club one longer than you’d normally use from