Justin Rose’s Ryder Cup Routine Unlocks 3 putting Secrets for lower Scores
ROME – As Justin Rose prepares for the Ryder Cup, insights into his meticulous putting routine are offering golfers of all levels actionable strategies to improve their performance on the green. According to instruction expert Liam O’Connor, Rose’s planning centers around three key elements: consistent start lines, calibrated stroke mechanics, and establishing reliable reference points.
O’Connor highlights a simple drill Rose utilizes to ensure accurate putting: placing two tees – or a device like the Short Game Gains Tour Toolkit‘s “All Terrain Gate” - 10-12 inches in front of the ball, aligned with the intended target line.”If you’re dialed in, each ball will start on line and roll right through the gate,” O’Connor explains. This focuses on delivering a consistent start line, a foundational element of rose’s success.
Beyond start line consistency, Rose emphasizes calibrating his stroke to the specific greens he’s playing. He achieves this by creating a ”calibration station” utilizing a visioputting Tempostik Plus - a digital aid providing rhythm and tempo feedback – alongside tees marking the limits of his backswing and follow-through. “Essentially, he’s calibrating his setup and stroke for that day,” O’Connor says. “Its nice to have something to reference back to and calibrate from.”
Establishing these reference points allows rose to quickly adjust to varying green speeds and refine his distance control, a skill that will be paramount during the high-pressure Ryder Cup competition. Whether employing advanced training aids or simple tees, O’Connor stresses that creating a structured practice routine with defined reference points is “one of the quickest ways to adjust to green speeds and boost distance control.”
