Reading That Putt

The same putt – same distance, same slope – will read differently according to the conditions. In dry conditions with the grass shaved really short you will putt softly, gravity will have more time to affect your slower moving ball, producing increased break. Conversely putting more firmly to compensate for wet [...]

Putting On Windy Days

Your putt will be affected by the wind. Work out what the wind direction is, making allowance for it as you make your putt especially on a fast green. Adjusting for a headwind strike more firmly to overcome wind resistance:for a tailwind strike more gently and let the wind assist you.

Soft Hands on Your Putter

For solid contact and a sound putt, grip your putter softly, allowing you to feel a slight break in your wrists before and after impact.

Make Those Short Putts

From close in to the hole , your intention must be to make sure that you strike your putt with sufficient force for your ball to reach, or even go a little way past the cup , should you miss.

Keep Your Putter Blade Low on the Backswing

Keeping your putter blade low as you swing it back will ensure a smoother and more accurate putt.