Overlapping (also known as Vardon) Grip The overlapping grip, which is used by the majority of professionals, was popularized at the turn of the twentieth century by the famous English golfer Harry Vardon. The right pinky finger is positioned on top of the little space between the index and middle fingers on the left hand. The thumb rests underneath the other three fingers to provide extra support.
Underhand Grip Also known as the French Grip or piano grip, this is the preferred method of Tiger Woods and many other top players. The underhand grip gives more control over the swing and provides a stronger base for making solid contact with the ball.
How did Nicklaus achieve such perfect form? He used an underhand grip, which allows you to make more consistent contact with the ball!
Golf is a game that requires precision and skill. While some people may claim to have "grip" when it comes to their hands, only those who use an underhand grip can show off this ability. For all other players, the grip they use is purely a matter of habit or preference. No matter what grip you use, just make sure you are using it properly. In addition to being able to control the swing, using an underhand grip will help you avoid hitting yourself in the face during mishits!
The Vs produced by the thumb and index finger creases will point to the right side of the golfer's head. This grip does not favor one kind of ball flight over another and is ideal for the majority of players. The small bump on the back of the hand known as the "golfer's hump" results when using this grip.
The 1s are used to hit straight shots and work the entire field of the face. They are best used with high-quality balls that are not overly soft. The low, flat spot between the first and second fingers helps control the ball during its early stages of flight. Hitting from the shoulder, the swing is similar to that of a normal swing except that it starts later and finishes faster. It is important not to rush the swing and which is why this grip requires more skill than the 3 or 5.
The 2 or middle finger is used to cover the entire surface of the ball with the exception of the seam. When using this grip, it is important to keep your hands even throughout the swing or you will have an uneven contact with the ball. This grip allows for more control than the 1 or 4 and comes in handy when trying to get a precise shot such as a close-up of a tree branch or a short, delicate pass.
This is by far the simplest and most straightforward thing to perform. It's also known as the "baseball grip" since the golfer holds the club with 10 fingers. There are no interlaced or overlapping fingers here. To grasp the club, you'll need all 10 fingers, with your thumbs parallel to the shaft. Your hands should be slightly wider than the shaft of the club - this will allow for more control of the ball.
The reason that so many people use three fingers to hold the club is that it allows for a stronger grip without using too much hand strength. If you use all 10 fingers, you can harden the skin on your palm and avoid needing rubberized clubs.
It's best not to think about how many fingers you use when holding a club. Instead, just go with what feels right. Some great players such as Sam Snead have been known to use four fingers!
Woods, like his idol Jack Nicklaus, uses an interlocking grip rather of the Vardon or overlapping method used by the majority of tour pros. Woods' grip posture has shifted little throughout the years, ranging from neutral to modestly forceful. He's lately shifted to the strong side (summer 2014).
Nicklaus used the interlocking grip for many years before switching to the Vardon swing style used by most other top golfers. His dominance in the '80s and '90s is well-known; he won 11 times between 1980 and 1996. He did not win another major championship until 2002, at the age of 40.
Woods turned pro in 1995 and began winning almost immediately. He went on to claim nine PGA Tour victories including five Masters titles. He also has six World Golf Championships events under his belt.
His record-breaking streak of 14 straight seasons with at least one victory ended in 2013 when he finished second at the Open Championship. Still, no one can doubt his ability to turn it on when needed most. In fact, he's the only person to have won the first three majors of a season.
After losing his left eye due to a golf ball incident in 1997, Woods came back from what many considered a career-threatening injury to reclaim his spot as one of the best players in the world.
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