Throughout Tiger Woods’ storied career, the putting green was often the setting for his most iconic moments, winning tournaments with a single clutch putt.
It was Woods’ smooth, confident stroke that gave him the uncanny ability to make putts that seemed impossible. But this wasn’t just a byproduct of natural talent. It was the result of thousands of hours of painstaking practice and careful preparation.
Ultimately, it was Woods’ “silent work” that produced his loudest moments – and there was one practice he trusted above all others.
Tiger’s favorite putting drill, explained
It goes by many names: the gate drill, the two-tee drill, the one-handed drill, and it’s as easy to set up as it is to perform.
Start by finding a flat spot about four feet from the hole and position it as if you were about to hit a putt. Place one tee just in front of the toe of your putter and another directly behind the heel, creating a small ‘gate’.
The goal of the drill is to allow the putter to pass through the gate without hitting any of the tees.
You can adjust the size of the gate depending on your skill level. Beginners may want to start with a slightly larger opening and gradually reduce it to fit Woods’ setup.
Woods begins the exercise with only his right or drag hand on the handle. If done correctly, the putter should slide through the tees as the clubface squares off at impact – resulting in putts that start on the line.
However, any misalignment of the clubface will cause you to hit one or both tees, giving you immediate feedback on your shot.
After a few single-handed putts, Woods adds his top hand, continuing the drill while maintaining the same focus. He then alternates between one-handed and normal grip, emphasizing control and consistency.
While this drill will help you learn to find the sweet spot consistently, the real key to making clutch putts is practice—as evidenced by the unmistakable wear mark on his famous Scotty Cameron putter, a silent record of his thousands of repetitions.
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