🏌️‍♂️ How to Stop Slicing Your Driver: A Golfer’s Guide to Straighter Tee Shots

🏌️♂️ How to Stop Slicing Your Driver: A Golfer’s Guide to Straighter Tee Shots

Slicing your driver can be one of the most frustrating issues in golf. That sharp curve to the right (for right-handed players) not only robs you of distance but also accuracy and confidence. Fortunately, with a few adjustments to your grip, stance, and swing path, you can start hitting straighter drives and reclaim your game.


🔧 What Causes a Slice?

A slice typically results from:

  • Open clubface at impact

  • Out-to-in swing path

  • Weak grip

  • Poor alignment or setup

These issues combine to send your ball veering off course. But don’t worry—there are proven fixes.


🛠️ Step-by-Step Fixes

  1. Strengthen Your Grip Rotate your hands slightly to the right (for right-handed golfers). You should see 2–3 knuckles on your left hand when gripping the club.

  2. Square the Clubface Focus on closing the clubface earlier in your downswing.

  3. Fix Your Swing Path Aim for an in-to-out swing path. Use alignment sticks or the “headcover drill” to prevent coming over the top

     

  4. Adjust Your Setup

    • Tee the ball higher

    • Widen your stance

    • Drop your trail shoulder slightly

  5. Release the Club Properly Learn to rotate your forearms through impact to avoid leaving the face open

🎯 Bonus Tips

  • Use a draw-biased driver: Clubs like the Callaway Rogue ST Max D are designed to reduce slices.

  • Practice hitting hooks: Exaggerating the opposite shot can help retrain your swing.

  • Film your swing: Seeing your mechanics can reveal hidden flaws.

 

 

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