You have to initiate the downswing from the ground up. The first move in the forward swing is a push against the turf with the knees. The left knee also is moving towards the target, which you can see in Rory’s swing here ( left ). Biomechanists will say the pelvis moves first, but it’s the knees that light the fuse, so to speak. Rory is pushing hard, a huge power generator. To get a feel for this move, make some practice swings stopping when you reach the halfway-down position here. Your right shoulder should feel held back and your lower body active and partially unwound. Your feet, knees and hips lead the way, and your upper body, including your arms and the club, trail. Don’t worry, they will catch up in a blink of an eye down around impact. COMING DOWN PUSH INTO THE TURF FOR LEVERAGE
36 GOLF DIGEST SOUTH AFRICA
MARCH/APRIL 2024
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