AimPoint University-The Theory Behind Capture Speed
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In this AimPoint University video on Capture Speed, we explore how the best players in the world manage their putting speed to consistently avoid three-putts. Discover the typical distances tour pros leave themselves past the hole, why getting the ball to the hole—especially inside 20 feet—is critical, and how elite players control pace with precision. Is “never up, never in” really the best mindset? Maybe not. This video reveals what top players actually do on lag putts and helps you manage expectations for both training and on-course performance.
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