Why Pros Set Up Slightly Open... It's Insurance Against Getting Sucked In!
Athletic Motion Golf explains why many tour professionals adopt a slightly open setup position. This subtle adjustment acts as insurance against dragging the club too far inside on the takeaway, establishing proper room for the backswing and downswing.
Setting up slightly open prevents the club and arms from getting sucked too far inside during the takeaway.
An open stance alignment provides space for the arms to swing freely on plane without getting stuck behind the body.
Proper setup alignment encourages better torso rotation rather than an overly handsy inside takeaway.
Slightly opening the hips or feet at address creates a consistent guardrail for maintaining sound backswing structure.
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