Jimmy Tropicana shares a simple practice drill to make long lag putts easier and avoid three-putts. By rolling a golf ball underhand toward the hole by hand, golfers can intuitively calibrate the speed needed and replicate that smooth rolling sensation with their putter.
Practice rolling golf balls underhand toward the hole to build an intuitive feel for speed on long putts.
Replicate that same underhand rolling feel when holding your putter over the ball.
Focus on smoothly rolling the ball into the cup rather than hitting at the golf ball.
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