✅Start the swing with a slightly upward hinge and backward bend of the lead wrist.
⛳Maintain a neutral clubface and a flat left wrist throughout the swing.
🔀Rotate your body and fold the right arm to reach the top of the swing.
📐Avoid excessive wrist movements and maintain good structure during the downswing.
🎯Use the coat hanger drill to practice the correct wrist angles and improve consistency.
What is the importance of wrist angles in the golf swing?
—Proper wrist angles contribute to club head speed, accuracy, and a consistent swing. They help maintain good clubface control and facilitate power transfer.
Are there any common mistakes golfers make with wrist angles?
—Yes, common mistakes include hinging the wrists too much during the takeaway, keeping the right arm straight and elevated, and losing wrist structure in the downswing.
How can I improve my wrist angles?
—Practice the coat hanger drill, focusing on maintaining the right wrist bend and keeping the left wrist flat. Film your swing and compare it to professionals to identify any deviations.
Can proper wrist angles help increase club head speed?
—Yes, optimizing your wrist angles can help you generate more club head speed through efficient use of the wrists and better power transfer from the body.
Do wrist angles play a role in accuracy as well?
—Absolutely. Proper wrist angles help control the clubface and promote a consistent swing path, leading to improved accuracy and ball striking.
00:00Introduction and importance of wrist angles in the golf swing.
03:50Explanation of the correct wrist movements in the takeaway and top of the swing.
06:40Common mistakes to avoid with wrist angles in the golf swing.
08:09Techniques to improve wrist angles and maintain good structure in the downswing.
10:24Demonstration of the coat hanger drill to practice proper wrist angles.
