HOW TO START THE DOWNSWING | Paddy's Golf Tip #39 | Padraig Harrington

[@PadraigHarringtonOfficial]

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[@jooyeobismusic]

Hi Padraig, what's next after the start of the downswing? Do I just rotate and the release of the club head happen naturally? The problem I am having right now is the casting and this video is perfect for me to fix it. Thank you!

[@showtime207]

How to hit a low draw into the wind with a longer iron

[@matthewstevenson3002]

Can you elaborate on the bending of the left wrist at the start of the downswing please Champ 🏆 you seem to have a way of explaining intricate moves like no-one else can ⛳

[@dragonfliejones]

Simple, how to “stay in posture”

[@chrisarmes4570]

Missing putts inside of 10 ft to the right all the time.

[@Me-ce7ep]

The only real teacher on KZbin. No gimmicks no junk to sale- just real knowledge. Loved the thought of shoulder to shoulder. Now go win that Velero Open

[@Abitofamateur]

Yet millions watch KZbin hackers who struggle to break 80, just because they promise you things that are too good true.

[@duaneoldfield]

Agreed 💯! Love Paddy, no sales pitch. Just a great Pro sharing his knowledge

[@Stantheman848]

I know that Ernie Els doesnt have a channel...but look out for any Ernie tips.... he makes golf simple like paddy.

[@imhotepnixon]

@@Stantheman848Ernie is my favorite swing of all time I’m black so everyone just assumes I’m a Tiger fan but Ernie and Vijay are my golf heroes

[@captaindein33]

Watching his long arrogant intro is a bit repetitive.

[@judd8750]

We are beyond lucky to have such a wonderful and talented guy like Paddy that takes his time help us Amatures! Thank you and congrats for your entry to World Golf Hall of Fame!!!

[@jeffwilliams5730]

Owned a practice range for 35 years. Hired countless teachers. Was a scratch player. Padraig, your lessons are awesome. You present numerous ways for the student to grasp what you are trying to convey. And of course, since you have walked the walk, there is no denying the technique is sound. Absolutely, the best golf teaching information on the internet!! Please continue the lessons indefinitely.

[@paulgillanders1955]

Paddy my wife has ask why the shower rail has came off the wall, what will I tell her.

[@Magnetar00]

How can you not like Paddy?! Love the lessons Paddy, thank you very much!

[@captaindein33]

I don't care for his long borderline arrogant intro

[@garrettkelly5568]

​@@captaindein33​ Similiar to how nobody cares for your jealous and unnecessary comment.

[@alanho2779]

More than 15 years watching KZbin lessons, lost confidence that golf principles that really works by armatures might not even exists. I am so delighted that eventually I find Paddy. His explanation of this "start downswing" and the "grip" and "wrist" action are fundamentals of golfing physics. Other people gave trivial advices that waste your time and cause out focus and chaos. THANKS PADDY!

[@garylucas7050]

Well I’ve just strained me groin and got a double hernia watching you doing this …..paddy is the Peter Pan of golf ….loving the lessons …many thanks

[@thetrendbot]

A real golfer teaching for free on KZbin . What a time to be Alive

[@DS23Baseball]

Always the best tips. Thanks Padraig for doing this!

[@PadraigHarringtonOfficial]

My pleasure!

[@jeffc1736]

@@PadraigHarringtonOfficial Does it matter where the club is at the top? Can it be flat like Ricki fowler, or it needs to be upright?

[@yooper9062]

@@jeffc1736 Doesn't really matter; do what feels natural. So many top level golfers have had flatter swings (Hogan) and vertical (Bubba). The big piece they all have in common is what Paddy is emphasizing in this video which is the initial move on the downswing to get the club on the correct path. This video is probably the absolute best instruction I've ever seen for how to start the downswing.

[@lennyhuston5360]

Well done at the Texas Valero open, showing the young pups your still on the prowl, enjoyed watching you play lad 👌

[@1uncheels]

So, by far my biggest problem, to overcome the “hit” instinct and come over the top. I’ll bet the single most common problem among all amateur golfers. Two things: first, I tried this with resistance bands from the top of a door and immediately got the feedback of starting with the body, with the arms following behind as opposed to trying to “hit” the ball by muscling the club with the arms. Second, what a class act, golf HoFer, major champion, Ryder Cup captain, putting out the best, most practical, easy to understand instruction content on KZbin for free. Thank you, Captain Harrington.

[@afs-drew9644]

👍 Excellent Excellent Excellent ! Thank you for giving back to the golf community after such a great career !!

[@RayTilley-k3q]

By far the best instruction on KZbin.

[@patrickschaeffersr5963]

Padraig is the best. Teaching is something he loves. I can just feel it. My favorite on line instructor. Been following his game for 20 years.

[@naumanriaz287]

Probably one of the best instruction videos I have ever seen. Immediately gave me more distance and the much wanted draw. I can now complete my swing with much more confidence without a fear of slicing. Paddy, thank you very much !!!

[@darunia484]

What did you do to get that change

[@timothycarry]

It is absolutely amazing that you are sharing your passion for golf we us. The reason your instruction is the best on the internet is you not only describe what to do but how it actually feels.

[@meandmygolf.]

Love this Paddy!!

[@CRUSHEQUITY]

Padraig, I can't thank you enough for these videos. I am teaching myself Golf from scratch as i am going to use that as my LIIT cardio to lose couple hundred pounds and I'm just following the roadmap youve made. I'm just doing nothing but chipping and putting atm w/ 1/2 swing. Got a $200 set of Spalding clubs from amazon and gonna buy a season pass soon as courses open up in a few weeks here in North Dakota and play 3-4x a week. So much more engaging and fun than statically walking 1-2 hours. Plus w/ the backpack style golf bag it's like a light day hike. Anyways, I don't have the money to pay for lessons so teaching myself and was a lil overwhelmed with all the different info and you provided a clear and concise roadmap from chipping all the way to driving and progressively more intricate motions. My plan is to to just focus on each section until I get it down and figure at the end of it I should have a good foundation to build upon. Thank you so much for providing this for free here on KZbin w/o a paywall. I think starting w/ nothing but 1/2 swing chipping has really helped me because obviously i'm hella fat right now KEKW and trying to emulate a 180lb normal dudes swing wasn't working, but just naturally moving athletically like you suggest is making a huge difference.

[@dominiqueg1477]

I think everybody should carefully listen to these recommendations. Brilliant and thanks !

[@peterrobinson5219]

Brilliant explanation - not just of what to do but also of what not to do. Thank you, very helpful.

[@PadraigHarringtonOfficial]

Glad it was helpful!

[@the_cardchasersportscards771]

More putting tips. Your video about missing on the high side was genius and has really helped me

[@lando3655]

I have been struggling with my swing for a while. I’ve been guilty of ‘tinkering’ and then listening to too many well intentioned tips from playing partners. This video is exactly what I needed to see. 20 mins on the range this afternoon and then 9 holes on a very tough @sirnickfaldo course and I hit the ball better than I have in months. Thanks Padraig. Please keep these videos coming 🙏

[@MattiasA72]

Same for me. I haven't been content with my swing and my stock fade has turned into a slice many times. Been on youtube tinkering with tips and it's gotten worse. This, and especially the active wrists video will help me I think. I'm a bonafide weekend warrior. Sometimes not even that, sometimes I get 1 round in 3 weeks, and I expect to play good. Go figure. I need something that works most times, without many thoughts (which is the biggest killer for me right now) so will start with the wrist tips and face control. Then move on to this.

[@mauriceholton6972]

Thanks for another great video these all have helped me so much

[@dannylaw7367]

Not one other instructor in 50 years of my playing has ever said anything like this. Wonderful tip.

[@jherl8307]

Newly minted Hall of Fame designee - Paddy Harrington. Your name will now be enshrined and remembered for as long as the game of golf exists.

[@aljames7345]

What a true gentleman in life and profession. Winner on every level. Deep respect.

[@joeylo73]

Damn, this is genius. I wish I would have had this level of information when I was struggling to learn how to golf. This is f'n genius.

[@martina_eberl_coaching_en]

I love the way you explain! Loosing your breath by explaining shows, how much passion is in there! Thanks Paddy!

[@BillyDee159]

Thanks Padraig you have an exceptional ability to describe the various facets of golf and great drills to work with…… Thank you for passing along is great information we know you don’t have to do it just the kind of guy you are appreciate you man.

[@basic6154]

love the way you do this,and that flop shot in valero..BRAVO, took me by surprise,loved it

[@Stank_Johnson]

This is so good. Thank you so much. For me, the part that resonated was when you said "Everything. Feel it with everything. Pull with everything." I've been trying to figure out what specific body part to trigger the downswing. Open the hips? Rotate the shoulders? "Pull a chain" as Sergio's dad suggested? The way you said "Just grab this towel and pull down with everything" makes so much sense. "Feel the stretch here, here, here and here." It also allows me to feel like I'm being an athlete instead of a robot trying to mash together 12 swing thoughts at once. Thank you, Padraig. Keep up the good work.

[@aristotleaquino3067]

Props! I love it. Great tip. Sidehill is perfect.

[@paulrhodesquinn]

Best lesson I’ve ever seen on the downswing! Thanks so much Padraig. I’ve been struggling with this for years.

[@gavingraham9600]

3 time major winner and hall of famer next year! Kind of blows other channels out of the water with experience and knowledge

[@TraderACX]

If people knew this channel existed it would have millions of subscribers. Lessons from a PRO!!!

[@groovekeeper11]

"Going big budget on this one. We've got PROPS!!" Love it. Great content and down to earth approach. Thanks for posting!!

[@FittinToGet]

Amazing tip...never would have thought...

[@trevwells948]

My first comment on you videos...they are brilliant.. literally changing my game with the chipping and pitching ones..thank you for your time.

[@kilonzi5022]

I started following the tips in your channel and my handicap dropped from 11 to 8 (best I have even been). I cant thank you enough for what you do in this channel. The biggest takeaway for me was how having a proper grip is critical for hitting the golf ball well. It always been an after thought for me.

[@Sadisticcaesar]

I like the way you break things down padraig it always improves my game when I watch your tutorials, thanks for being a true legend of golf ⛳️

[@McV1llaiN]

Your the man Padraig! Congrats on your texas tournament!

[@Danielitus87]

i subscribed when you had just a couple of videos, about 4k subs.. you have only 88k now. people dont appreciate what a great player you were and are! awesome tips!

[@robertshafran1612]

Thank you Padraig. Your Videos are helping me to become a better player

[@suivzmoi]

havent been watching for weeks...came back and see youve got a new camera!! amazing quality!

[@perserverance333]

3:35. The Irish Twist, yes!

[@Misnjef]

Finally a real pro golfer on KZbin ❤🎉

[@quantumpotential7639]

This is awesome. Getting a You Tube lesson from the Open Champion is like a dream come true. I'm gonna do this drill for 5,000 reps a day. Thanks Mr Harrington. 😊

[@Henricule]

So approx..two and a half our repeats????😢😮 Practice requires to be very conscientious to train your muscle memory. It's the quality not the quality that make things to stick. Succes...😊

[@dailymeditateandchill3262]

Great stuff as always. The fact that he is making content is amazing. Thank you!

[@jonathankerner2094]

This is excellent. Great instruction!

[@jerryjohnson9531]

Great video! It is funny how this is so different from what most of the teachers online say to do to start the downswing. I will go with this since he is a proven tour winner!

[@jackleg2002]

My man!! I freaking loved this! I’ve struggled 40 years coming over the top, and no one has explained it better than you!!!

[@DavidKavanagh-k6u]

Drills on how to keep the hands/arms in front and not get stuck or left behind in down swing, to help with more consistent and solid impact with irons. As below, thank you, really enjoy your videos and much appreciated.

[@TheBadgolferman]

I've been driven demented with my over the top move, I've literally been in tears with it. I know, its sad, but it nearly finished me in golf. Its a disease. I'll try this. I've got to or I'll be in the sanitorium soon. Thanks Paddy. A true analyst of the game.

[@matthewcoburn1283]

You're so keen to improve my game! Inspirational

[@perserverance333]

Best teacher out there!☘️☘️☘️

[@stevetierney2630]

Another fantastic sharing of your knowledge Padraig. Thank you again.

[@leesmith5288]

He is a magnificent instructor

[@vchasthos2176]

Poddy, you're such an articulate teacher; great instruction.

[@ianwainwright1]

I love this. Thanks, Padraig!

[@anngeoghegan5264]

Drills are great. I never want to think too much about a golf swing on the course.

[@davidgleason7245]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, It has made me a better golfer and enjoy the game more enjoyable.

[@shuyuan901]

Cool, I seek this answer last 9 weeks .. after 20 plus different methods, still struggling, this is the best way I believe, cannot wait to try it out.. thanks

[@jryer1]

Texas Valero Open - 10th!!! Congrats Paddy, you are an inspiration.

[@resalm62]

Great Tip, this is work that needs to be understood _ I am the guy throwing the arms and right shoulder trying to get the same effect!

[@jamesmaio6465]

You're terrific. Congrats on your induction.

[@lennyhuston5360]

Good luck in the Texas open today Paddy, we are all behind you all the way👌💚

[@traviswells2956]

I love that you take the time to try to help us, Paddy. I love your videos. Thank you!

[@hermangroenewald6939]

I love your tips, you are straight forward and no sweet talk, say it as it must be. Thank you for your contribution Padraig you are a true inspiration 🏌🏻🏌🏻🏌🏻

[@Greg_In_SoCal]

I nominate Padraig Harrington for teacher of the millennium.

[@gman-db9lx]

As always, great info Paddy. We really appreciate you putting in this time and effort to help us improve. Best wishes and best of luck to you. Cal in Texas.

[@PBRStreetGang68]

Love watching Padraig play, one of the best players at getting out of trouble on the course 👌

[@zeuszerzura8542]

Great video!! It opened my eyes and know i match perfectly my impact position!!! Thanks for your help and congratulations for your great career!!

[@robertlozano6546]

Good to see you doing so well at the Texas Open. Love the videos.

[@mikerichardson5022]

Excellent video, so much good info. There's a comments thread in The Times today about you getting in the Euro Ryder Cup team. keep up the good play.

[@tslaten241]

This is such an intuitive lesson. I'll practice this over the next few days and put it into practice on Wednesday. Thank you for sharing!

[@lucianomamino8533]

Thanks Padraig for lower body action. How about the arm movement while doing this initial downswing?

[@fntsmk]

God love ya' Paddy! Thanks for bringing us more great golf tips so us old duffers can get around the course with a wee bit lower scores (like 99 instead of 100!).

[@mvwhity]

Love your videos. Exactly this move gives the power! 💯👍

[@Rileysteros]

The only coaching videos I watch online, great stuff!

[@CoryLancasterYT]

Absolute gold! Here's to continued and greater success in your wonderful career!

[@mattmeade983]

Your best video yet! Thanks

[@tonybytheway7543]

Awesome, thanks so much Padraig. Makes so much sense and so easy to relate to......absolute legend.

[@noelkelly7067]

G'Day Paddy, I've been struggling with this for years, and you've explained it so well. Something I can take to the gym, then the range and then the course. Thank you very much for your time and energy.

[@JamesHenryAnd]

Paddy is golf gold, we love you mate

[@Isar12kommen]

The real Padraig - what a man!

[@chamber32doors]

Love the passion. You're a great teacher

[@derekcarday]

I don't want to speak for everyone but I think we are all interested in how you're bombing it so far on senior tour. Can you do more speed vids?! Love the channel

[@lawrencecirillo3233]

It’s because he’s increased his swing speed by 5pm over the past 5 years. He’s up to 120mph which is 5mph above the PGA Tour average. Watched him reach the 595yd 14th hole today in 2 with a 280 yard 3-wood from the rough!

[@Pulse2AM]

@@lawrencecirillo3233 That's crazy! If I swing 105 mph I hurt myself.

[@Y_M1967]

Michael Jacobs at Jacobs3D

[@jimlahey3919]

He’s insanely flexible for his age. He can still rotate, get his hands high, and move his body as fast as a 30 year old. He’s in shape and stretches and does yoga. His body moves like a 30 year old because of his conditioning. Not many 60+ year olds can move like he does

[@Y_M1967]

@@jimlahey3919 I can…good for me.

[@jp-xe9hi]

Absolutely what I need to do to improve, thanks Padraig

[@ruatoomey9107]

This lesson has shown me 2 thing’s wrong with my downswing, 1 is spinning out and the other is timing, I.e. loading into lead side just before I reach the end of my backswing. Thanks Padraig, I would love to see a lesson on maintaining balance through to the finish.

[@bloodpolska]

Will work on this feeling and check back with the channel in 2 weeks. The start of the downswing has always felt inconsistent in my swing. I can see at the 3:10 mark you keep the arms 'infront' of the chest while separating the hips. when attempting this for the first time i felt much easier to keep the arms infront of the chest and produce a decent downswing. Will devote more time to this.

[@Kridian01]

So there's a *cinching feeling* with that left arm then? Justin Rose talked about feeling the left arm slide across the upper torso in the downswing. So many great tips! 👌

[@fwood1231]

Fortunate to watch you practice and play Valero on Friday. The practice session and your warm up was such a great experience and lesson for me. The exaggeration of your turn was something I’ll never forget and am adding to my practice. A particular shot on #2, your second shot, was such a great example of what you’re teaching here. Thanks so much for taking the time and sharing your thoughts and ideas with us. Good luck today at Valero and all of your future endeavors.

[@brianhorsburgh704]

Tremendous as usual.

[@kevina3780]

Thanks, this has really helped!

[@lance5101]

Would love to see a video on release of the club through the swing

[@cdunne1620]

Yes, I second that

[@wrightjamesmark]

Awesome instruction, thanks so much for the lesson!

[@diminishedreturn]

☝🏻Not phoning this one in - love it! 💪🏻😅

[@patrickkiely1971]

Padraig, would love to see an episode where you cover tempo. I have a tendency to get fast on the downswing resulting in poor shots, lack of control, falling off finish etc. Paddy

[@nathanahern2270]

that's a great tip Paddy thanks. I agree that shallowing movement which has become very popular is something that really should emerge naturally when the lower body initiates the downswing-as opposed to consciously trying to shallow the club.