Dial In Your Short Game: 15-Minute Warm-Up Routine
Improve your short game with this effective warm-up routine that takes only 15 minutes. Expert coaches have designed this drill to enhance your short game techniques.
The Routine:
Dynamic Stretching: Start with arm circles and leg swings to loosen up your muscles. Short Game Visualization: Practice short shots in your mind, focusing on ball trajectory and swing path. Chip Practice: Use a wedge to practice chipping from various lie positions. Putting: Aim for a small target to hone your putting skills and control.
* Cool Down: End with light stretching to prevent muscle soreness.
By incorporating these simple steps into your warm-up, you can significantly enhance your ability to execute precise short-range shots and lower your scores on the course.
Evian Resort Golf Club, France – Japan’s Mao Saigo and Hinako Shibuno shared the lead at the Evian Championship on Friday after the second round was washed out by heavy rain. Saigo shot an opening-round 66, while Shibuno carded a 67. They lead by one stroke from Celine Boutier of France and Charley Hull of England, who both shot 68s.
Defending champion Ko Jin-young of South Korea is three shots off the lead after a 69, while world number one Nelly Korda is a further shot back after a 70.
The second round was suspended at 12:30pm local time due to heavy rain and lightning. Play was due to resume at 2:30pm, but was later abandoned for the day. The third round will now begin at 7:45am local time on Saturday.
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“Bernhard Langer, 67, Seizes Schwab Cup Lead with Age-Defying Performance
Bernhard Langer, a seasoned 67-year-old golf maestro, has surged to the forefront of the Schwab Cup standings by matching his age at the prestigious TimberTech Championship. Battling through arduous conditions, Langer’s precision on the course and unyielding concentration propelled him to establish a commanding four-stroke advantage as he approaches the climactic final round. His exceptional display underscores his enduring dedication to the sport and his sustained prowess in elite competition.