Keep your putting stroke simple


  • Golf
  • Sunday, 06 Jul 2025

Viktor Hovland on the putting surface. The Norwegian is finding form again, and partly due to his putting coming back nicely. He’ll be expecting a decent showing at the British Open at Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland next week. — AP

IN this second part on putting, we touch on how good putting has been an integral part of the game of almost all champions, who’ll tell you that holing out from close range is crucial.

Many a pro will also tell you that all you can really control regardless of your technique is the first two inches where the ball starts. So, when you’re under pressure, keep it simple and concentrate on the first two inches – after that you’re at the mercy of the slopes and bumps on the green.

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