Coming over the top is almost never a shoulder problem - it’s a sequencing problem

The Logical Golfer explains that an over-the-top swing path is primarily a sequencing fault rather than a shoulder mechanic issue. By keeping the shoulders closed at the top and letting the arms drop before initiating body rotation, golfers can shallow the club and build an inside-out club path.

• Keep your shoulders closed at the top of the downswing to give the club time to shallow.
• Allow the arms and club to drop first before initiating body rotation.
• Follow the three-step sequence: Back, Drop, then Rotate to eliminate pull and slice shots.

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