You’ve Been Working on the Wrong Thing in Your Golf Swing

Alex Elliott pairs with former European Tour player Tom Murray to debunk common misconceptions around the over-the-top downswing. They demonstrate how takeaway width and a smoother, patient transition allow the hands and shaft to drop naturally on plane without forcing an over-the-top reroute.

• Over-the-top downswings are often caused long before the downswing by a deep, collapsing takeaway.
• Maintain width in the takeaway by turning the chest and keeping arms extended in front of your body.
• Be smooth and patient in the transition to allow the hands to settle down before rotating open.

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