EYE OPENER! THIS 15 SECOND GRIP TIP WILL COMPLETELY SHOCK YOU!!
- Alex Elliott Golf
- Jun 26
- 2 min read

The 15 Second Grip Tip That Will Shock You (But Fix Your Clubface Fast)
Most golf grip videos focus only on your glove hand, which is the left hand for right-handed players. But very few talk about the non-glove hand, your trail hand, which plays a huge role in controlling the clubface.
Let’s break this down into three quick scenarios:
🔴 Too Strong Grip (Overactive Right Hand)
The crease between your thumb and index finger points well outside your trail shoulder. This usually happens when your right hand sits too far underneath the grip.
What it causes• Closed clubface• Low pull hooks• Excessive hand rotation at impact
Even if you try to guide it, your hands want to over-rotate. It may feel comfortable in the backswing but leads to a shut clubface and inconsistent strikes.
🔵 Too Weak Grip (Underpowered Right Hand)
The crease points across your body toward the centre of your chest or beyond. This often happens when your right hand is too far on top of the club.
What it causes• Open clubface• High weak slices• Poor compression and loss of power
Your trail hand lacks control and struggles to square the face through impact.
✅ The Fix: Neutral Right Hand Grip
Here is your 15 second check. Make sure the crease or V between your right thumb and index finger points directly into your trail armpit. That means your right armpit if you are right-handed.
Why it works• Helps square the face naturally• Promotes a balanced release• Boosts consistency, direction, and distance
Pro tip. Draw a small arrow or guide on your thumb if you need help visualising it.
🏌️♂️ Final Thoughts
This grip tweak takes only seconds but fixes major ball flight issues. Use this check at the start of every practice session and watch your shots get straighter, more powerful, and more consistent.
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