Evidence-based golf

Here are 4 evidence-based facts on lowering your golf score or handicap, supported by golf data and research.

1. Focus on Short Game, Not Driving Distance:

Arccos data shows that 54% of strokes come from inside 50 yards of the green.

A ShotScope study revealed that only 8% of strokes are gained or lost on the tee shot.

2. Eliminate Penalty Strokes:

Arccos data revealed that avoiding penalty strokes (like out-of-bounds or lost balls) can lower your handicap by 2-3 strokes.

3. Make More Pars:

According to ShotScope data, making two more pars per round can reduce your handicap by 5 strokes.

4. Limit Double Bogeys or Worse:

Arccos data suggests that limiting double bogeys or worse to 1 per round can lower your handicap by 3 strokes.

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You don't have to do anything radical to lower your handicap. Just know where your strokes are being won or lost on the golf course. 

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