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Before I started playing tennis I had a decent golf swing and could hit a 7 iron straight about 150 yards. However I seem to be either pulling every other shot to the left or putting too much wrist in my swing which ends up sending the ball high but right, and of course once in a while the ball goes straight and looks perfect. I’m wondering if these two swings affect each other and what I can do to help correct my swing. I have tried adjusting my grip between interlock and overlap grip and positioning the hand in different spots. I was also experimenting turning my wrists(opening the clubface) during the upswing. It seems to provide better results but I’m not sure if I should?

To answer the first part, yes your tennis swing can effect your golf swing. The two are similar, but not the same.

Secondly, to fix the problem without seeing your swing is nearly impossible. There are so many variables in a golf swing you really need a PGA Professional at your local course to give you a lesson. He can fix in 30 minutes what you could struggle with for weeks. It really is worth it.

As a note on what you have tried so far, you really want to avoid actively turning your hands in the swing. It can lead to many problems. The hands should hinge naturally as a result of a good setup, and solid core movements.

If you have been messing with your grip I strongly recommend a book by Ben Hogan, called “The Modern Fundamentals of Golf.” It clearly illustrates a proper grip.

On a more technical note, the shot pattern you are describing sounds more like a timing issue than anything. A Teaching Pro should be able to sort it out quickly.

Good luck!

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