PGA Professional Simon Edwards from Golf Mates demonstrates how a poor grip can sabotage even a technically sound golf swing. He teaches a simple 'natural hang' method to ensure your hands are anatomically aligned, helping the clubface return to square at impact for better consistency and distance.
A bad grip forces the golfer to compensate for an open or closed clubface, leading to swing path errors.
Hand size determines grip style: Golfers with medium-to-large hands should generally use an overlap grip rather than an interlock.
The 'Natural Hang' method involves letting the arms rest at the sides and taking the grip without rotating the wrists from their resting state.
Consistency starts with the handle; even the world's top pros like Scotty Scheffler spend significant time practicing their grip daily.
Fix the cause (grip) rather than fighting the effect (ball flight) to lower your handicap quickly.
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