Getting to grips with the Wrist Hinge Putiing Part 4 of 8

David Blair of Swing Build Golf explores the role of momentum and subtle wrist hinge in the putting stroke. He demonstrates how to move away from a rigid, 'guided' motion toward a more fluid stroke that utilizes the natural weight of the putter head for better distance control. The video highlights specific checkpoints for maintaining a square clubface while allowing for a soft, repeating feel.

• Avoid a rigid, 'guiding' motion that often leads to deceleration and poor distance control.
• Allow the weight of the putter head to create a natural, slight hinge in the wrists during the stroke.
• Use the 'Gravity Drop' tip to ensure your hands and arms are relaxed before starting your setup.
• Monitor your lead hand (left hand for right-handers) at the finish; you should only see one knuckle to ensure the wrists haven't rolled.
• The clubface should stay square to the target line throughout the stroke, even with a slight hinge.

Go deeper

• The Gravity Drop drill — Every coach who teaches it
• Off the rails — Causes, drills and coaches for this miss
• Wrist hinge — The lesson, across every coach
• Swing Build Golf 2018 By David Blair — Every video, sorted by what it teaches