EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 21 MIN
EP 121: There Is No “Wrong” in Golf—Only Consequences
from Pivot The Path · host SSWING
There is no “wrong” in golf—only consequences. The best players in the world learn how to adapt.It’s a simple idea, but it changes everything.This week, we look at Matt Fitzpatrick and his cross-handed chipping grip—something that, to many, might look unconventional. But here’s the truth: it’s not wrong. It just produces a certain left hand position that works for Matt under pressure when chipping.And Fitzpatrick? He understands those consequences. He owns them. He adapts around them.That’s what the best in the world do.In this episode, we break down: Why “unconventional” doesn’t mean incorrect How Fitzpatrick’s grip influences his ball flight and control The real difference between technical perfection and functional performance How to understand your tendencies instead of fighting them If you’ve ever felt like your swing doesn’t “look right,” this is your reminder: it doesn’t have to.It just has to produce something you can manage.That's how you Own Your SSWING.Shop the new G'day Golfers hat👉 Available now in the SSWING ShopJoin the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game.📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.comYour weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox.Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show:Pivot The Path Instagram - click here!SSWING YouTube - click here!SSWING Website - click here! SSWING Instagram - click here!
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There is no “wrong” in golf—only consequences. The best players in the world learn how to adapt.It’s a simple idea, but it changes everything.This week, we look at Matt Fitzpatrick and his cross-handed chipping grip—something that, to many, might look unconventional. But here’s the truth: it’s not wrong. It just produces a certain left hand position that works for Matt under pressure when chipping.And Fitzpatrick? He understands those consequences. He owns them. He adapts around them.That’s what the best in the world do.In this episode, we break down: Why “unconventional” doesn’t mean incorrect How Fitzpatrick’s grip influences his ball flight and control The real difference between technical perfection and functional performance How to understand your tendencies instead of fighting them If you’ve ever felt like your swing doesn’t “look right,” this is your reminder: it doesn’t have to.It just has to produce something you can manage.That's how you Own Your SSWING.Shop the new G'day Golfers hat👉 Available now in the SSWING ShopJoin the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game.📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.comYour weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox.Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show:Pivot The Path Instagram - click here!SSWING YouTube - click here!SSWING Website - click here! SSWING Instagram - click here!
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