One-Two Punch

How to play my dominant shots

- TIGER WOODS

I HAVE REDUCED EVERY FACET of my game to a couple of fine points to keep it grooved. It’s a one-two punch for success that might benefit you, too.

The idea is to simplify what you’re trying to do, so there’s a better chance your swing will repeat. Take my iron play: (1) I make a full shoulder turn while keeping my head from moving to my right. At the top, my shaft is parallel to the target line, and the toe is pointed down, which means the face is square. (2) I release stored power at impact. My head stays steady as my hips turn left and my arms extend. Read on to get my two steps to playing each of my dominant shots. — WITH PETE MCDANIEL.

“At the top, the toe is pointing down, which means the face is square.”

1 SWING ALONG YOUR FEET

I’ve regained my ability to shape tee shots with my woods. The 3-wood draw is a staple for me. With a slightly closed stance, I take the club back along my toe line. The shaft tracks to the inside halfway back. It tracks along that same path on the downswing, allowing me to deliver the club from the inside and impart right-to-left spin.

2 KEEP YOUR RIGHT HEEL LOW