Tommy Fleetwood’s Unachievable Contact Drill Pt. 2 | TaylorMade Golf
The Continuation of Tommy Fleetwood’s Signature Contact Drill
If you’re serious about improving your golf ball striking,Tommy Fleetwood’s Impossible Contact Drill Pt. 2 is a must-try exercise. Developed in collaboration with TaylorMade Golf, this drill builds upon foundational skills to help you achieve more consistent, clean contact with the ball, even in challenging situations.
This article guides you through the drill’s step-by-step execution, benefits, and practical tips to incorporate it into your regular practice sessions.
What is Tommy Fleetwood’s Impossible Contact Drill Pt. 2?
Tommy Fleetwood is well-known for his impressive control and precision. Building on Pt.1, this advanced drill focuses on refining your low point control—the moment your club hits the turf. Pt. 2 helps train golfers to manage the clubhead’s path and angle specifically to enhance contact quality.
This drill is designed to:
- Improve precision hitting through better control of angle of attack
- help golfers avoid fat or thin strikes
- enable consistent clean contact, even on uneven lies
- Promote better feedback about ball and turf interaction
Step-by-Step Guide to Tommy Fleetwood’s Impossible Contact Drill Pt. 2
Before you begin, grab your taylormade irons, ideally the P790 or P7MC models, known for their balance of forgiveness and control. follow these steps carefully:
- Setup with a Tee: Position a tee just in front of where the golf ball would sit, about half an inch above the ground. The tee encourages a specific swing bottom to hit the ball cleanly.
- Focus on the Low Point: The goal is to strike the tee and the ball together, simulating the ideal interaction between club and turf.
- Swing Halfway: Start with three-quarter length swings to gain maximum control and feedback.
- Track Contact Feedback: After each swing, analyze the divot location. The divot should begin just after the ball’s previous position indicating crisp contact.
- Gradually Increase Full Swings: Onc pleasant, transition to full swings maintaining the focus on striking the tee and consistently compressing the ball.
- Video Your Swing: Use slow-motion playback to review club path and the position of impact for continued refinement.
Technical Tips for Optimal Results
- Maintain a Slight Forward shaft Lean: This encourages crisp ball-first contact and helps avoid hitting behind the ball.
- Body Weight Shift: Shift your weight forward through impact to promote a descending blow—key for solid iron shots.
- Steady Head Position: Avoid excessive head movement to maintain consistent strike pattern.
- Practice with Different Irons: Work this drill with various irons to understand how club length influences low point control.
Benefits of Practicing the Impossible Contact Drill Pt. 2
Integrating Tommy Fleetwood’s drill into your training offers numerous advantages:
| Benefit | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Improved Ball Compression | Leads to greater distance and tighter shot dispersion. |
| More Consistent Strike Zone | Reduces fat and thin shots, enabling reliability under pressure. |
| Better Turf Interaction Awareness | You develop a feel for how your club meets the ground, improving shot control. |
| Increased Confidence | Repeated triumphant contact boosts confidence on the course. |
Real Golfer Case Study: Implementing the Drill
Jake, an amateur golfer from Florida, struggled with inconsistent iron play that plagued his scoring.After incorporating Tommy Fleetwood’s Impossible Contact Drill Pt. 2 into his practice routine twice a week, he saw measurable betterment over six weeks:
- Shot dispersion tightened by 15 yards on average
- Fat shots reduced by 60%
- Newfound confidence during tournament rounds
Jake credits the drill’s ability to train precision contact and understanding of ball-to-ground interaction for his breakthrough.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Contact Drill
Is this drill suitable for beginners?
While the drill is excellent for all levels, beginners should start with Pt. 1 to build a baseline before progressing to this more advanced step.
how often should I practice this drill?
For optimal results, practice it 2-3 times per week in short focused sessions to embed the muscle memory without overloading practice time.
Can this drill improve my wedge shots?
Absolutely! This drill is beneficial across all irons including wedges, enhancing crisp and consistent striking.
Integrating taylormade Technology for Enhanced Drill Effectiveness
TaylorMade’s SIM2 and P7MC irons come with engineered design features like improved weight distribution and face technology, which complement Tommy Fleetwood’s contact drill perfectly. Using these clubs during practice helps provide consistent feedback and a more stable platform for improving ball contact.
Practical Tips to Maximize Your Practice
- Use Training Aids: Incorporate alignment sticks or turf mats to simulate course conditions and improve visual feedback.
- Keep a Practice Journal: Track your progress, noting divot patterns, Feel, and ball flight.
- Warm-Up Properly: Before the drill, perform dynamic stretches and light swings to prepare muscles for focused work.
- Practice Visualization: Picture the exact point of contact during each swing to enhance mental focus.
Summary of Tommy Fleetwood’s Impossible Contact Drill Pt. 2 Key elements
| Element | Purpose | Pro Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Tee Position | Focuses swing low point | Keep tee height low – just above ground |
| Swing Length | Control and feedback | Start 3/4 swings,increase gradually |
| Divot Monitoring | Measures contact quality | Divot should start right after ball position |
| Weight Transfer | Promotes crisp ball strike | Shift weight forward through impact |
