Proper Golf Putting Grip: A Step-by-Step Guide for Better Control
A proper putting grip is crucial for maintaining control and preventing unwanted wrist movement during your putt. Unlike a full swing grip that allows wrist hinge for power generation, putting requires stable wrists for better control.
Here's how to achieve the standard putting grip:
- Start with a neutral grip position, similar to your normal golf grip
Golf putter grip close-up
- Place both hands in neutral positions on the club, as you would for a regular golf grip
Putting Grip - Place your fingers in a neutral position
- Unlink your fingers at the back, positioning your hands on top of each other (baseball grip style)
Putting Grip - Unlink your fingers
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Position your right index finger down the shaft of the club
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Place your left index finger over your right hand's fingernails, pointing down the shaft
Putting Grip - Point your index fingers straight down the sides of the grip
Your index fingers now act as natural splints, preventing wrist break during the putting stroke
Putting Grip - Straight fingers down the grip help prevent wrist hinge
Once you're comfortable with this standard grip, you can experiment with alternative putting grips to find what works best for you
Putting Grips - Comparison
Remember to maintain consistency with your chosen grip style for optimal putting performance.