In this video, SM Golf Coaching demonstrates Rory McIlroy's split grip drill designed to prevent the club from getting 'stuck' behind the body during the downswing. The instructor explains how this drill helps sync the lower body rotation with the arms, ensuring a proper delivery position and maintaining lag for better contact and distance.
Use an underhand trail hand grip spaced away from the lead hand to feel the correct arm positioning.
The drill prevents the common 'stuck' position where the lower body outruns the arms.
Focus on maintaining a bend in the trail arm to avoid 'casting' or losing lag early.
Ensure the lead wrist remains flat at impact to control the club face and launch angle.
Progress from slow repetitions to normal grip rehearsals, eventually hitting shots with the feeling.