Rotate Your Clubface Like This To Hit Driver Straight
In this lesson from Swing Quest Golf, the instructor demonstrates why 'clubface is king' when trying to fix a persistent slice. He breaks down how the interaction between path and face creates ball flight and provides a step-by-step guide to strengthening the grip and using wrist flexion. By utilizing the 'Motorcycle Drill' to bow the lead wrist, golfers can gain better control over the clubhead for straighter, more powerful drives.
Clubface angle at impact is the primary determinant of the ball's starting direction and curve.
A neutral-to-strong grip (showing 2.5 to 3 knuckles on the lead hand) provides a better foundation for controlling the face.
At the top of the swing, a cupped lead wrist usually indicates an open clubface, while a bowed (flexed) wrist closes it.
The 'Motorcycle Drill' helps golfers feel the sensation of closing the face during the downswing by turning the lead knuckles toward the ground.
Exaggerating a closed clubface in practice can help golfers who struggle with a slice find a neutral feel more quickly.