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Wedge clock (50/75/100%)
15 min
15 reps
Difficulty ●●○○○
Goal: Control distances from 30-80 m — where handicaps come down
How to do it
With your wedge, hit 5 balls with a 9 o'clock backswing, 5 at 10:30, 5 full. Write down the average distance for each: that's your personal chart.
What fault it fixes
Rushed tempo
Backswing-to-downswing ratio below about 2.6:1 and inconsistent from swing to swing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the "Wedge clock (50/75/100%)" drill for?
Control distances from 30-80 m — where handicaps come down
How do you do the "Wedge clock (50/75/100%)" drill?
With your wedge, hit 5 balls with a 9 o'clock backswing, 5 at 10:30, 5 full. Write down the average distance for each: that's your personal chart.
How long does the "Wedge clock (50/75/100%)" drill take?
About 15 minutes per session, 15 reps.
Sources
- John Novosel — Tour Tempo (ratio 3:1)
- Adam Young — The Practice Manual
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