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The Golf Grip - How to Place Your Lead Hand (Top Hand) on the Handle

From Michael Lamanna, The Phoenician

Thumb Position

With the club at an angle and in the fingers, place your left thumb (for right-handed players) toward the back side of the shaft.
  1. The Lead Hand (Top Hand) Grip
  2. Follow the Dots
  3. Connect the Dots
  4. Thumb Position
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