MY GOLF BLUEPRINT
Reduce three-putts with a two-part check
Three-putts often involve both an awkward first leave and a missed short putt. Track the sequence instead of blaming only the final miss.
Work through it
- Record the distance of the first putt and approximate leave.
- Separate poor pace from a poor read.
- Practice long-distance control and short start lines.
- Use a routine that remains the same under a scorekeeping test.
A practical example
If most three-putts follow a first putt left far short, the immediate practice priority differs from repeated misses from three feet.
Practice task
Play nine one-ball practice holes from varied distances. Putt out every time and record how each three-putt developed. Repeat the same test next week.
Common mistakes
Do not count total putts without considering how far the first putts started. More greens hit can produce more long first putts.
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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