Paige Spiranac delivers a comprehensive beginner's guide to putting, covering essential mechanics from grip variations to the arc of the stroke. She emphasizes the importance of speed control and tempo, demonstrating unique drills like the 'Goldilocks' method and the 'One Potato, Two Potato' rhythm technique to help golfers eliminate three-putts.
Hold the putter with light pressure, as if holding a 'baby bird,' to maintain relaxed arms and shoulders.
Position your eye line slightly behind the ball to ensure a proper visual perspective of the target line.
Read greens from four angles—behind the ball, the low side, behind the hole, and the high side—to accurately gauge break.
Prioritize speed control over aim; the speed of the putt determines how much the ball will react to the green's contours.
Avoid looking at the hole during the stroke; focus entirely on the specific apex or 'spot' where you want the putt to start.