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Laid Off vs. Across the Line: The Key to Your Golf Swing Path

Struggling with an inconsistent swing path? Instructor Sue Shapcott breaks down the crucial difference between "laid off" and "across the line" at the top of your backswing, and how these positions directly impact your ball flight.
Laid off vs across the line in the golf swing
Laid off vs across the line in the golf swing

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