Stop Swinging 'OVER THE TOP' In Golf

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[peterfinchgolf]

If you don’t want to fall into the Whirlpool of Despair...wallop that like button ❤️

[shorey]

That comment at 7:07 really hits home. Why don't I listen to my own advice, this is why we love you Pete.

[GRIFF]

I see so many videos about over the top and shallowing etc etc, but to me the easiest way of fixing it is to tell some to set up to target and then feel like they've gotta hit the ball 10 yards right of it. Just that thought alone will re-wire you to a certain extent and you'll automatically start shallowing without even thinking about it.

[eoinkelly]

Hi Peter,
I remember in a previous video you wanted the viewers to think of something to put in the empty square, in your new head quarters.
I also remember from another video long ago, when you tested the tiger irons and said something along the lines of “the only people who would buy these, would be the people looking to display them in a glass case in their office” (not the exact quote)
My suggestion is to hang the tiger irons in a case above. Reminding you to alway unleash your inner G.O.A.T!

[jameshiggins]

Ok I am 60 and have struggled with over the top all my like watched a thousand videos came across this one went to the garage and did atleast 300 practices swings then went to my sim started with half swings getting the feeling of touching the wall and boom started hitting my 54 wedge consistently with a little draw did miss some right but nothing hard left 105 to 110 consistently crazy the feeling you get from this drill I have a long way to go but it’s a good start thanks Peter

[danielcohen]

My pro had me use the "golf box drill" to help correct a 20-year over-the-top move. And it worked! I'm hitting draws and straight shots now. Occasionally the old motor memory takes over and pulls the path left still, but it's happening far less often. Massive increase in distance through the bag. Penetrating ball flight, lower spin, and the floaty spinner that comes up short is a rarity at last.

I do tend to get steep sometimes though, even with the path more or less sorted out, which results in some chunks, so I'm working on shallowing the club out and a full rotation. The biggest challenge on the course has been re-learning where to aim, learning the new yardages, and trusting it. Like a lot of low/mid handicappers who slice, I got pretty good at finding target with the old swing, and I knew those iron distances very well, short as they were. But these new problems are excellent ones to have!

[jaybyrne]

I've been living in the "washing machine of Woe" lately. It's next door but one to the whirlpool of despair. Separated by the "waterfall of madness".
I have however been trying similar moves to this with some success. I might incorporate these too 👍🏻

[Bleda]

Sees opening swing..."sweet I have the same swing as finch!"

[nigelhedley]

Great video. 5 handicapper that has been plagued with the unmentionable sh**k! Think after your advice, finally think I'm getting somewhere. Many thanks. 👍

[OldBillyBones]

Hey Peter, I just want to say I appreciate the vocabulary! A lot of times, people will try to describe golf positions, tips, etc. in "relatable" terms that just don't communicate the point. "Achieve this position" and stuff like that might feel clunky to say, but I (for one) benefit from the specificity.

[ianryder]

Truly amazing how 1 person can show you what to look out for in ten minutes and a guy couldn’t identify in a block of 3 lessons. Maybe it’s a teaching deficiency but Cheers for this video Pete. Really appreciate it. Iv been caught in a whirlpool of despair for 5 years trying to figure it out because more often than not Iv been working on the wrong thing. Youtube itself can often be whirlpool in its on right but this lesson is a simple as it gets. Took the homework to the course today and shot 83 ( my handicap is 15) but strike was so much better and enjoyed my round. Hopefully break 80 this year !

[chrisball]

From the top, bring the left hand down to the right pocket (for a right handed golfer).

[TheCerberusOfHell]

Oh Pete its like your a gift from the gods and you can read minds this is literally what i was working on yesterday and now you have a video on it! Thank you Sir

[kurtcameron]

Just what the doc ordered Peter! I'm 21 and athletic build so power isn't an issue but consistency is! I believe its due to coming over the top and the subsequent steep attack angle.

I will be working on this drill at home and get to the driving range this week to try it out!

All the best Peter, good luck for open qualifying

[lokidecat]

You need to make a playlist of these to watch before a comp, my dude. Seriously good advice and maybe remind yourself.
Just do like.. 5-8 of them of your best lessons.. chipping.. driving.. irons.. putting.. and re-watch them the night before/morning of.... It's gold.

[hlambert]

Great vid as always 👌 you should take a 20 handicapper an do a series an see how much you can get there score down with lessons an on course management in a month. Be cool to see

[scottlewis]

Tried this and worked on feeling that transition today at the course. Ended up shooting my best round of the year (77) even though I was also working on some new putting mechanics that failed me today.
I wasn't able to keep it up during my 2nd round though. It's definitely difficult for me to feel the transition and I also find myself cutting across the ball too much sometimes(I might be rotating my lower body/hips way too fast).
I will definitely have to practice the wall drill at home so it feels more natural and try to get some range time in before my next round.

As always thanks for the tips!!

[fredlist]

Such great advice... and SO difficult to follow. The difference between a good golf day and a bad one is that tendency to rush the transition in a misguided effort to "really smash the ball". In my case rushing it often results in a giant divot and a terrible shot. This video is one that's going into the archive for future reference. Thanks Pete.

[MattiasStanell]

I’ve been following your videos for years. It’s without a doubt my favorite golf channel! Great content, keep up the awesome work!

[fergy]

Great video Pete...shooting 59 at weekend..thanks in advance 🤙🏼🤙🏼