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When it comes to golf swing advice, one of the worst things you can do is try to keep your head down and still. While you want stability during your swing, actively locking your head in place can lead to issues such as lower back pain, restricted turning, and a flippy downswing. This approach is not beneficial for your game, as it can hinder your performance rather than improve it. Professional golfer Nelly Korda offers an alternative perspective on head movement during the swing. In a video demonstration, it is evident that Nelly allows her head to move subtly back…

Shallowing your downswing is a crucial aspect of improving your golf swing. By following a few simple steps, you can enhance your contact with longer irons, increase consistency, and boost swing speed. In this step-by-step guide by Erika Larkin, one of Golf Digest’s 50 Best Teachers, you can learn how to find the slot and maximize your power and speed. When trying to shallow your golf swing, it is important to feel pressure on the right wrist. Players who tend to get too steep in the downswing often manipulate the club or are too tight at the top of their…

Jim Nantz is a well-known CBS broadcaster who is famous not only for his work but also for his epic backyard setup at his Pebble Beach home. He created a replica of the par-3 7th hole at Pebble Beach Golf Links, which took eight months to build and was completed in 2015. This backyard hole has been a popular attraction for many of the game’s biggest stars who have played it. And now, Nantz is creating another backyard golf hole, this time a miniature replica of the green of the par-5 13th hole at Augusta National Golf Club, which is…

Richard Bland, a professional golfer, seemed to be at the end of his career a few years ago. He was 46 years old, had never won a professional event, and had been relegated to the Challenger Tour from the DP World Tour. The odds of him getting another shot at the big leagues seemed slim, but fast forward to the present day, and Bland is leading at the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship with an impressive 7-under 64 in the opening round. Bland’s resurgence began with a historic win at the 2021 Betfred British Masters, where at 48 years old, he…

Detective Bryan Gillis of the Louisville Metro Police Department has come under scrutiny after his involvement in the arrest of golfer Scottie Scheffler and his failure to use his body camera during the incident. Gillis, who has been with the department for nearly 17 years, has a disciplinary record that includes being suspended for performing risky maneuvers with an intoxicated civilian in his police vehicle and missing court appearances. Additionally, Gillis has been involved in multiple at-fault accidents while operating LMPD vehicles, leading to mandatory driver’s training in some instances. In the incident involving Scottie Scheffler, Gillis was directing traffic…

Are you an avid golfer looking to buy or sell equipment? Look no further than the GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, where you can find a variety of listings from fellow golf enthusiasts. One impressive listing currently up for grabs is the 1 of 15 Swag Shadow Dripping Skulls Handsome One putter, being sold by user @TJGolf55 for $575. This unique putter is sure to catch the eye of any golfer looking to add a special piece to their collection. The GolfWRX community is a place where golfers of all levels come together to discuss various topics related to the game.…

Kevin Na’s victory at the 2019 Charles Schwab Challenge not only earned him the trophy and a substantial first-place check, but also a fully restored and rebuilt 1973 Dodge Challenger. The unique prize was presented to Na at the Colonial Country Club, where the tournament took place, adding an extra element of excitement and surprise to his win. In a generous gesture, Na decided to give the classic car to his caddie Kenny Harms, showcasing their strong bond and partnership on the golf course. The 1973 Dodge Challenger served as a special addition to the traditional awards of the Leonard…

Struggling with short putts is a common issue in golf, even for beginners who generally feel confident in their putting abilities. One of the main reasons for missing these short putts is excessive body movement during the stroke. To identify this issue, have a friend film your putting stroke and pay close attention to any movement in your lower body. Any movement in the lower body can be detrimental to your putting performance, as it can affect your ability to keep the putter face square to your line of putt. This lack of stability in the lower body can be…