The driver is the one club we all long to hit well because the further down the hole we can send the ball, the better our chances, especially if we can also keep it straight.
Different clubs in our bag require different set-ups and swing mechanics for successful execution. The driver address position and swing require a different approach to nearly all other clubs in the bag – save perhaps longer fairway woods off a tee-peg – because you really must hit up on the ball rather than down on it to achieve optimal results from some of the best drivers on the market.
In this article we look at some of the key set-up and swing pointers to help you hit your driver long and straight. You’ll also find many more excellent driving tips from our team of top coaches on the Golf Monthly website.
How to hit a driver: Ball position and tee height
Many golfers know theyâve got to get the ball forward in their stance with a driver to promote an upward strike.
A good rule of thumb is to have the ball just inside your left heel, though some players may prefer slight variations on this to optimise their launch angle.
Ball position should ideally be just inside your left heel
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If the ball is too far back in your stance, the downward strike this promotes will create too much unhelpful backspin.
As for tee height, again this will vary according to swing type and angle of attack. But having the equator of the ball around the top edge of the driver will be a good starting point for many.
For many golfers, having the equator of ball lined up with the top edge of the driver will be the ideal teeing height
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A solid foundation
The driver is the most powerful club in the bag and generating power off the tee requires a strong foundation. You need a nice wide base with the driver, so make sure your stance is not too narrow as that can create instability in your attempts to generate power.
You need a stable foundation for driving and a wider base than with your other clubs as Top Coach Peter Finch demonstrates here
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