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Putting Performance Enhancement Strategies for Golf Performance Optimization
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Putting Performance Enhancement Strategies for Golf Performance Optimization

**Putting Performance Enhancement Strategies for Golf Performance Optimization**

Optimal putting performance is crucial for consistent and successful golf. By implementing evidence-based strategies, players can significantly enhance their putting skills.

**Alignment Techniques:**

Precision alignment ensures that the clubface strikes the ball squarely. Aiming devices, such as laser pointers or swing alignment rods, assist in establishing accurate alignment.

**Stroke Fundamentals:**

Smooth, consistent stroke mechanics promote stability and accuracy. Focusing on tempo, rhythm, and ball positioning allows players to develop a repeatable and effective putting stroke.

**Putting Green Analysis:**

Understanding green contours and slope influences is essential. Marking break points and using a stimpmeter to measure green speed helps players plan putts accordingly.

**Mental Strategies:**

Positive self-talk, visualization, and preshot routines can boost confidence and reduce stress. Cultivating a focused and composed mindset improves putting performance under pressure.

By incorporating these strategies, golfers can elevate their putting accuracy, hole more putts, and optimize their overall golf performance.

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Hossler, MacIntyre tied for lead in Myrtle Beach
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Hossler, MacIntyre tied for lead in Myrtle Beach

Sam Burns shot a 6-under 64 on Friday to take a one-stroke lead over Maverick McNealy into the weekend at the Barbasol Championship. Burns, who won the Valspar Championship in May, had seven birdies and one bogey in his round at Keene Trace Golf Club. McNealy, who is seeking his first PGA Tour victory, shot a 65. He had eight birdies and three bogeys. Wyndham Clark, J.T. Poston and Harry Higgs are tied for third at 8 under. Defending champion Jim Herman is tied for 14th at 5 under.

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Inside the U.S. Women’s Four-Ball site: 6 things to know about Oak Hills CC
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Inside the U.S. Women’s Four-Ball site: 6 things to know about Oak Hills CC

Entering its second year as host of the U.S. Women’s Four-Ball, Oak Hills Country Club in San Antonio, Texas, presents a picturesque yet demanding layout for the nation’s top female amateurs. Here are six things to know about the historic venue:

– Course designers: A.W. Tillinghast in 1921 (originally named Brackenridge Golf Course), then redesigned in 1968 by George Fazio.
– Length: 6,408 yards for the championship, with four sets of tees.
– Greens: TifEagle Bermuda, known for their speed and smoothness.
– Hazards: Mature trees, numerous bunkers, and several water features.
– Notable holes: The par-4 17th, a dogleg left with an elevated green, is the course’s signature hole.
– Tournament history: In 2022, Jensen Castle and Kaitlyn Papp defeated Kennedy Pedigo and Bailey Shoemaker 2 and 1 in the inaugural U.S. Women’s Four-Ball at Oak Hills.

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McIlroy, on new committee, to be in Saudi talks
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McIlroy, on new committee, to be in Saudi talks

Rory McIlroy is joining a newly formed PGA Tour player advisory council that will discuss matters including potential Saudi-backed golf events.

McIlroy had been outspoken in his stance against the rival series operated by Greg Norman, but it appears his stance may have softened with the emergence of this committee to facilitate discussions and protect the PGA Tour. It will comprise 16 members, half of whom are not currently player directors on the tour’s policy board.

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Nelly Korda’s Met Gala star moment? Don’t get used to it, she says
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Nelly Korda’s Met Gala star moment? Don’t get used to it, she says

Nelly Korda’s Met Gala moment was a rare one for the star female golfer. The sports star usually wears athletic attire and not the custom Vera Wang she sported at the event. Speaking about the viral moment, she said: “It’s fun, but I’m not used to it.”

Korda was at the glamorous fashion event to support Williams, who was honored as co-chair of the gala. Korda said the pair talked about golf and joked about her lack of experience in “fashion week.”

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She’s doing it again: Nelly Korda back in contention for record-breaking win
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She’s doing it again: Nelly Korda back in contention for record-breaking win

Nelly Korda is back in contention for a record-breaking win at the LPGA’s Pelican Women’s Championship. The American golfer leads the field after the second round, shooting a 67 to sit at 12-under par, two strokes ahead of Atthaya Thitikul.

Korda is looking to win her fourth consecutive LPGA event, which would be a record for the longest winning streak in the history of the tour.

The 23-year-old has been in impressive form this season, winning three times and finishing in the top-10 in all but two of her starts.

She will need to continue her strong play over the weekend if she wants to make history and set a new LPGA record.

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Korda 6 shots back in quest for record win streak
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Korda 6 shots back in quest for record win streak

The 23-year-old American professional golfer Nelly Korda is six shots off the pace at the Volunteers of America Classic after a first-round 70 in Texas. Korda, who is aiming to break the LPGA Tour record of consecutive wins set by Annika Sorenstam in 2005, needs to finish top of the standings in three competitions in a row to beat the Swede’s mark of five in a row. Aged 14, Korda became the youngest in history to qualify for an LPGA major, and in 2021 she won the major Meijer LPGA Classic by three strokes.

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What’s going on with Rory McIlroy, Jay Monahan, Tiger Woods and the PGA Tour board?
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What’s going on with Rory McIlroy, Jay Monahan, Tiger Woods and the PGA Tour board?

Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods, along with the PGA Tour board, have reportedly been involved in secret meetings about a potential rival golf league. Jay Monahan, PGA Tour Commissioner, has been vocal about his opposition to the league, but McIlroy and Woods believe it could benefit the sport. The league, reportedly funded by the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, has divided opinion within the golf community, with some players expressing concerns about its impact on the PGA Tour and its alignment with Saudi Arabia’s human rights record.

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Chip Like a Pro: Phil Mickelson’s Guide to Flawless Chipping
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Chip Like a Pro: Phil Mickelson’s Guide to Flawless Chipping

In his YouTube video series, “Chip Like a Pro,” golf legend Phil Mickelson shares his expert guidance on mastering the art of chipping. According to Mickelson, there are three fundamental mistakes commonly made by amateur golfers: keeping the weight back and hands behind the club, failing to choose between a high or low trajectory, and positioning the ball in the middle of the stance. Mickelson emphasizes the importance of weight forward, hands ahead, and choosing a trajectory that aligns with foot placement. By addressing these key issues, golfers can significantly improve their chipping accuracy and consistency.

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Matsuyama out of Wells Fargo with back injury
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Matsuyama out of Wells Fargo with back injury

World No. 14 Hideki Matsuyama has ended his PGA Tour season early after withdrawing from the Wells Fargo Championship prior to the second round due to a back issue. The 29-year-old Japanese star aggravated the injury during his opening round, where he shot a 73. Matsuyama’s decision to withdraw comes as a blow to his preparations for the upcoming US Open, which starts on June 16 at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts. It is still unclear if Matsuyama will be able to recover in time to participate in the year’s third major.

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