He would take the club back low and slow, allowing his
hands and arms to hinge naturally.
As he started his downswing, he would shift his weight onto his left side and then rotate his hips and
shoulders through the ball, unleashing tremendous power and speed.
Learn more about his set up to his golf swing, his playing style and practice habits.
Jack Nicklaus’ golf records are widely known, but here are some of the key characteristics of Nicklaus' golf swing:
Wide takeaway: Nicklaus had a wide takeaway, with his clubhead moving back along the target line before starting to turn.
Full shoulder turn: Nicklaus had a full shoulder turn, which allowed him to generate a lot of power and torque.
Slight pause at the top: Nicklaus had a slight pause at the top of his swing, which helped him to transition smoothly into the downswing.
Smooth transition: Nicklaus' transition from the top of his swing into the downswing was smooth and controlled, allowing him to maintain his rhythm and tempo.
Stable lower body: Nicklaus had a stable lower body during his swing, which helped him to maintain balance and generate power through his core.
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