Nelly Korda is a rising star on the LPGA Tour, and her impressive game was on full display at the 2024 Chevron Championship. She became the third player to win five tournaments in a row, following in the footsteps of Annika Sorenstam and Nancy Lopez. While all aspects of her game are worth studying, this article will focus specifically on her full-swing wedges.
One key to precise wedge play, according to Korda’s coach, is finesse and tempo rather than speed and power. Swinging with a smooth tempo and using a lower lofted wedge can help maintain rhythm and timing, leading to more consistent shots. Golfers can also use a mental metronome to establish and maintain tempo in their swings, creating a rhythm in their head that they can swing to for improved consistency.
Another important aspect of successful wedge play is reducing excessive lateral movement. Setting up with more weight on your lead leg can help control low point and improve stability in your swing. By focusing on these three keys – swinging with smooth tempo, using a mental metronome, and reducing excessive lateral movement – golfers can work towards improving their wedge play and achieving results similar to Nelly Korda’s precision on the course.
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