Even with Scheffler’s troubles on the greens (he ranks outside the top 150 in numerous other putting categories), there is one statistic he leads: approach putt performance.
Hit it 10 yards farther (driver), half a club longer (irons), three feet tighter (wedge game) and 12 inches closer (putts). That’s your winning formula
One of the changes Morikawa made to his putting came during his routine: he ditched practice strokes and instantly found it helped his distance control on longer putts.
Listen, before anyone yells at me, aeration is an important necessity for greens. Aeration helps air and water get deeper into the dirt. It also prevents the soil from getting too compact, all of which is good for the grass’ root system. It’s really, really important.
In a fascinating two-part video series, Dr Sasho Mackenzie uses advanced 3D modelling to explain the effects two different putter styles had on a group of golfers.
Since 1980, only five players have pulled off the accomplishment on the PGA Tour. On Sunday (Monday AEDT) at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, Aaron Baddeley will look to become the sixth player to win a tour event after Monday qualifying.
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