Trying to Master the Fade? Justin Thomas’ Swing Path Drill Will Certainly Help
Follow Us
The 2020 Ryder Cup is currently underway, with Team USA leading with a score of 9-3 after the day-2 morning foursome. The home team won eight and tied two matches on day one to take the lead. Notably, Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth registered their first win as a pair this year. Unquestionably, Team Europe needs to up their game to be in the contest.
Watching Tour pros hit different shots with their clubs can surely be mesmerizing, enticing fans to have a go themselves. However, most leisure golfers or even amateur golfers struggle with the same more often.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Struggling with Fade? Try this Justin Thomas’ swing path drill
Every stroke requires a specific way of practicing. Notably, one of the most popular strokes in golf is a fade. However, it is not an easy one to hit. Hence, here is a drill that can help you gain more control with consistency.
The primary difference between the pros and the amateurs is the will to strive hard with appropriate practice drills. So, here’s a quick tip and a drill that was used by Justin Thomas on the range at the 2020 Ryder Cup.
Trending
Now a Mother of 4, Tiger Woods’ Ex-Wife Elin Nordegren Filed a Petition and Successfully Re-Named Her 3rd Baby in 2019
December 21, 2022 12:30 PM EST
Hero Indian Open 2024: Heartbreak For Rasmus Hojgaard as Shocking WD Follows ‘Nightmare’ Start
March 29, 2024 09:10 AM EDT
Who Is Elin Nordegren’s Sister? Meet the Identical Twin of Tiger Woods’s Ex
February 23, 2024 04:25 PM EST
Texas Children’s Houston Open 2024: Five Biggest Names Missing From The 144-Player Field
March 23, 2024 09:00 PM EDT
Is Elin Nordegren’s Current Partner Richer Than Ex-Tiger Woods? Exploring Former NFL Star Jordan Cameron’s Net Worth
January 30, 2023 10:00 PM EST
Get instantly notified of the hottest Golf stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
Watch and learn
Using a visual cue during your range work can help work on your swing path, just like we saw JT doing it on the range. Place a second ball outside the target line in front of your ball. Follow through swinging away from the extra ball. This will create a fade path, just like the one Justin can be seen rehearsing.
Quick Tip: Using a visual cue during your range work can help you work on your swing path like Justin Thomas. pic.twitter.com/LrXG8uXeSz
— PGA of America (@PGA) September 25, 2021
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
So, next time you are on a range and want to work on your fades, do try this drill and see the results for yourself. Until then, stay glued to the television and watch the drama unfold at the Ryder Cup 2020.
Steve Stricker Reveals What Tiger Woods Told Team U.S. Players to Motivate Them for Ryder Cup
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad