MY GOLF BLUEPRINT

Interlocking, overlapping and ten-finger grips

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The three common grip styles join the hands differently. Comfort and control matter more than copying a professional's choice.

Work through it

Try an overlap with the trail little finger resting near the lead index finger.
Try an interlock between those fingers without forcing them deeply together.
Try a ten-finger hold with both hands adjacent on the handle.
Keep the clubface and hand orientation similar while comparing styles.

A practical example

A player with uncomfortable finger joints may prefer ten fingers. Another may feel better hand coordination with an overlap. Neither choice automatically creates more accuracy.

Practice task

Make five short shots with each comfortable style. Record discomfort, handle movement and contact. Choose the style you can repeat without finger strain; revisit with a coach if none feels secure.

Common mistakes

Do not force an interlock through pain. Changing grip style, hand rotation and swing length together makes the comparison hard to interpret.

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.