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Fred Couples Reveals the Five-Word Secret Behind His Effortless Downswing

Fred Couples Reveals the Five-Word Secret Behind His Effortless Downswing

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Governing bodies have approved a new, formal route for LIV players to qualify for The Open – meaning eligible competitors can now earn spots through designated events and specific exemptions, opening the door to golf’s oldest major in a landmark change.

Fred Couples’ downswing thought? He says it’s really only five words:
Veteran Fred Couples says his entire downswing comes down to a five‑word mental cue – a simple prompt he leans on to sync tempo and movement, freeing him to swing with more consistency and less pressure

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Here are some engaging title options for the article:

1. “Unlocking the Secrets: Mastering High-Spinning Pitch Shots”
2. “Elevate Your Game: The Ultimate Guide to High-Spinning Pitch Shots”
3. “Spin It to Win It: The Essential Recipe for Perfect Pitch Sh

Here are some engaging title options for the article: 1. “Unlocking the Secrets: Mastering High-Spinning Pitch Shots” 2. “Elevate Your Game: The Ultimate Guide to High-Spinning Pitch Shots” 3. “Spin It to Win It: The Essential Recipe for Perfect Pitch Sh

Mastering High-Spinning Pitch Shots

Discover the art of executing precise, high-spinning pitch shots with our ultimate guide. Dive into the “master recipe” for success:

Ball Position: Position it slightly back in your stance for optimal control.
Club Selection: Opt for a club that offers generous loft to elevate your shot.
Downswing: Embrace a smooth swing while accelerating towards the ball with confidence.
Impact: Aim to strike the ball on its descent, making contact with the turf just before hitting the ball.
* Follow-Through: Conclude your swing high, letting the clubhead effortlessly glide through the air.

By mastering this technique, you’ll infuse significant spin into your pitch shots, enhancing both control and precision around those tricky greens

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Jason Day’s 1 swing thought before ‘unbelievable’ Presidents Cup shot

Jason Day’s 1 swing thought before ‘unbelievable’ Presidents Cup shot

Jason Day conjured the “unbelievable” with a miraculous recovery shot on the 18th green during the Presidents Cup. The Australian, who had been in a slump for more than a year, somehow managed to hole out from just 15 yards behind the hole after hitting into deep rough with his second shot. Afterward, Day revealed his only swing thought heading into the shot was ‘Trust my swing’. Despite going 2&1 down against Patrick Cantlay, the 34-year-old is hopeful that his successful shot can be a turning point in his career.

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