If You Don't Know This, Your Putting Will Never Improve

Jerome Rufin explores why many golfers fail at putting due to a lack of understanding of ball start lines and green reading. The video demonstrates how to use an elevated string line and a 'guess-and-correct' tee method to visually calibrate how slope affects the ball. These techniques help golfers align their eyes with the actual ground conditions for more consistent results.

• The number one problem in putting is not understanding where the ball actually needs to start.
• Elevated string lines are excellent for predicting a read and monitoring the ball's relationship to the ground.
• Use a 'guess, correct, mark' system with tees to identify the gap between your perception and reality.
• Walking around marked tees on a slope helps calibrate your eyes to recognize similar breaks in the future.

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