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Golf Downswing Faults

The downswing phase in golf begins as the club comes down from top just before striking the ball.

A proper downswing ensures that the stored energy from backswing is released at impact.

Downswing in Golf Swing Phases

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the golf downswing and why is it important?

The downswing starts when you start moving the club down toward the ball after reaching the top of your swing. A proper downswing helps you release the stored power from your backswing and hit the ball with the right path and speed.

What are common downswing mistakes golfers make?

Common downswing errors seen among golfers are casting, or early release of wrists, early extension, over-the-top moves, a lack of hip rotation, and having an inside-out swing path. These faults can cause poor contact, slices, hooks, and loss of power.

How can GolfWiz AI help to improve my golf downswing?

GolfWiz AI scans your swing and detects downswing errors like casting, early extension, over-the-top moves, and poor rotation. It will then show you what to fix and how with follow-along AI-assisted drills to improve your downswing.