By Tiger Woods
with Pete McDaniel/Mark Soltau
Photos By Dom Furore April 2008
Compliments of http://www.golfdigest.com
You've probably heard me talk about releasing the putterhead, letting it swing to the inside after impact. It's the reason I do my one-hand drill (right), and it's a big part of my pre-putt routine. Two other keys for me are being familiar with the greens and preparing for the speed differential from course to course.
My caddie, Stevie Williams, and I have charted the greens on every course we've played. That knowledge is essential to a tour player because we basically play the same courses every year. I recommend similar due diligence for you on courses you play a lot. Take notes on hole locations, paying attention to breaks and direction of grain. You'll be more comfortable on the greens -- and make more putts.
If you're a "feel" putter like I am, consider using lead tape on the bottom of your putter when greens are slow. I'll use from one to three pieces, depending on speed. That lets me make a consistent stroke no matter where I'm playing.
