Wicked Smart Golf

410: The Mental Hack Elite Putters Use (That You Can Too)

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Jul 15, 2025
Discover how a consistent putting routine can transform your game. Learn the mental strategies elite putters use to enhance confidence and minimize mistakes. Explore the importance of self-talk and positive affirmations to improve your mindset. Find out why spending less time over the ball can lead to better results. Plus, uncover techniques for resetting after a missed putt to maintain focus throughout your round. Whether you're aiming to break 80 or stop three-putting, this guide will help you sink more putts under pressure.
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ADVICE

Adopt A Consistent Putting Routine

  • Do build a consistent pre-shot putting routine to stop three-putting and stay calm under pressure.
  • Practice the routine so it becomes a subconscious countdown that reduces doubt and fear.
ANECDOTE

Rory's Miss From A Routine Hitch

  • Michael cites Rory's US Open routine hitch as an example of how deviating from routine led to a miss.
  • Even elite players sometimes forget or change their routine and suffer the consequence.
ADVICE

Visualize Then Trigger Execution

  • Do use visualization and rehearsal strokes behind the ball while staring at the hole to sharpen your target image.
  • Use a simple trigger (like wiping the putter and an exhale) to signal execution and stop overthinking.
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