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#666 The Science of the Release: Mastering Grip Pressure and Handle Direction
The release is not a flick of the wrists but the result of efficient body motion. For a releaser-style golfer—with a steeper downswing and more vertical shaft—the key is combining dynamic grip pressure with correct handle movement to transfer energy into the ball.Dynamic Grip Pressure
Grip pressure changes throughout the swing:
Backswing: Light for freedom of motion.
Transition: Pressure increases as the club accelerates.
Impact: Firm enough to stabilize the shaft and clubface.
The goal is progressive functional pressure, not squeezing the club early. Excessive tension stiffens the forearms…
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