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Putting basics: start line and pace
Putting asks you to start the ball on a chosen line with suitable speed. A good read cannot rescue a ball that starts elsewhere, and speed changes how much a putt breaks.
Work through it
- Choose a comfortable grip and balanced stance.
- Set the putter face toward your selected start line.
- Make a stroke that returns the face without a deliberate last-second hit.
- Watch where the ball starts and where it stops.
A practical example
A ball can start exactly as intended and miss because the read was wrong. First confirm the start line, then reconsider the slope and pace.
Practice task
Roll five balls through a gate just wider than the ball, then roll five toward a distance line. Score the two tasks separately so you know whether to practice direction or pace.
Common mistakes
Do not judge every miss as a bad stroke. Read, start line and speed can each contribute. Avoid a rigid head position that creates tension.
Choose a comfortable movement and change one variable at a time. Stop if a movement causes pain; a qualified coach can adapt the task to your mobility and experience.
Sources and further reading
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