85% of Golfers Can't Hit Driver Straight Because Of This Trap
Danny Maude identifies a common trap where golfers instinctively aim away from their miss, which actually worsens the ball's curve. He explains the essential face-to-path relationship and demonstrates an 'Exaggeration Drill' to help golfers regain control by intentionally swinging on a path that counters their natural slice or hook.
The curve of a golf ball is determined by the relationship between the clubface angle and the swing path at impact.
Aiming left to fix a slice often shifts the swing path further across the ball, increasing the side spin and worsening the slice.
The 'Respond, Don't React' principle encourages golfers to logically analyze their face-to-path mismatch rather than making emotional setup changes.
The Exaggeration Drill helps 'reset' the brain by forcing a path that is drastically opposite to the golfer's habitual miss.
This physics-based approach applies to all clubs in the bag, not just the driver.
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