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Top 5 Moments At The Belfry

We are heading into the British Masters week, one of the most iconic events in the UK over the last few decades and since its revival in recent years it has created some memorable moments!

It’s not just the tournament that’s created some great moments, the venue of this week’s tournament and future events has given us some fantastic memories! 

In this blog we look at our Top 5 Moments At The Belfry.

THE PUTT THAT WON THE 2002 RYDER CUP

Arguably one of the most iconic 18th hole putts at the Belfry goes to Paul McGinley as he held Jim Furyk to claim the decisive half point needed to reclaim the Ryder Cup!

THORBJORN OLESEN WINS THE 2022 BRITISH MASTERS

Play the clip from 8:45. Finishing in style, Thorbjorn eagles 17 before holing a monstrous birdie putt on 18. A putt of that enormity will forever be remembered at the Belfry. 

PHILIP PRICE BEATS MICKELSON

Play the clip from 1 minute and enjoy one of the 2002 Ryder Cup’s best putts from Philip Price as he went on to beat Phil Mickelson in emphatic style. 

A defining moment of the Ryder Cup!

RICHARD BLAND FINALLY DOES IT!

Not the most iconic of putts, however a tricky 2 putt under pressure to FINALLY claim his first tour victory after 478 attempts is stuff of dreams! 

EUROPE FINALLY WIN THE RYDER CUP

The first time since the 50’s Europe (newly formed europe) win the 1985 Ryder Cup thanks to Sam Torrence who got the win over the line. A putt not needed, but iconic all the same!

Our Top 5 Moments at the Belfry are all putts and although we are aware there are some incredible moments beyond the putter, we are showcasing the importance of the flatstick! 

So during the 2023 British Masters week, we will be giving our customers 50% OFF a putter analysis session, that will improve your stroke, certify your equipment and leave you with a new found confidence. 

WHAT IS A PUTTING ANALYSIS

You will gain:

  • A full SAM (Science and Motion) & assessment report
  • Expert tuition and feedback to implement changes based on technology feedback
  • Visual feedback 
  • Putter check and measurements with fitting advice / ideal specifications
  • Assessment of movements, set up and stroke
  • Create blueprint of improvement
  • Practice drills, exercises and aids
  • In-depth summary.
BOOK HERE WITH CODE: 'MASTERS50' FOR 50% OFF
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Improve Your Game In Yaxley

Our AFGolf Peterborough Store, opened in April and has since become a golfing hub to the local community, offering the widest range of branded club choice, a huge selection of apparel and a custom fitting service that we believe will transform anyone’s game.

Did you know, that you can also improve with tuition in our store? Jason Boast is our resident Senior Coach. With 25 years of experience, Jason has coached every level of golfer from beginner to the Cambridge county squads as well as regional playing professionals. His experience includes the course record around the old course at Gog Magog, with an incredible 60. So rest assured when seeking advice, it doesn’t come much better than the advice you will receive from Jason.

Renowned for his ability to dissect and correct issues in the game, simply yet effectively, Jason will help you improve your game in either of our performance studios.

  • Our Trackman swing studio offers customers incredible feedback in our virtual hitting bay. As you hit golf balls, Jason will use his coaching methods as well as the technology to identify your weaknesses and then quickly create a blue print to improved golf.
  • Our SAM PuttLab (Science and motion) putting studio will enhance your putting with incredible feedback and drills to get you holing more putts. 

Jason’s services are aimed at every golfer, whether you’re a beginner getting into the game and learning the fundamentals or if you’re an aspiring professional, Jason’s knowledge along with the power of technology will transform your game and leave you with a new level of confidence.

If you’re considering booking a lesson, you can do so with the added benefit of getting a £5 discount off a 30 minute up until July 11th. Use checkout code ‘Jason5’ when booking a 30 minute lessons with Jason.

There has never been a better time to improve in Peterborough. Check out a tip from Jason to improve your putting here.

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Have You Checked Your Start Line

There are 3 key skills in putting:

  • Start line
  • Distance control
  • Green reading

Practicing each skill will have a great impact on the most important part of the game. Remember, putting accounts for approximately 40-45% of golf. So nearly half of your game is played on the putting green. Why wouldn’t you practice this.

This weeks tip is related to the first of those 3 skills.

Start by placing two objects, such as two sleeves of golf balls either side of your putter head, as seen in the picture.

Now place a marker around a putter length away from the boxes, so you are ready to putt between the boxes (like a tunnel).

Once you begin putting you will gain instant feedback as to what your tendency is.

For example, as a right handed golfer, if you keep hitting the right box, your club face is open or your swing path could be playing a part by swing out.

Equally if you hit the left box your club face could be closed and or the path again is moving across the ball.

If this is the case, take your club back to the boxes as seen in the above picture and swing between the boxes so you can pay attention to the face and path.

Once you feel like you’re gaining good control of the start line and the ball is rolling between the two boxes, increase the difficulty and improve the skill set by moving the boxes closer together.

You can even move further away. The harder you make your practice the easier your next round will feel.

Just ensure you always practice with a purpose, use training aids and pay attention to the results. If you need help from here, Jason is on hand at our Peterborough Store to help further.

Putting is a huge part of AFGolfStore and something we pride ourselves on. We have free fittings available with the leading putter brands in the game from:

  • SIK Putters
  • Scotty Cameron
  • Taylormade
  • Odyssey
  • Ping

Jason Boast is also on hand 5 days a week to improve your game, including putting lessons on our state of the art indoor putting green, equipped with SAM Putt Lab technology and video analysis.

Try the drill and let us know how you get on!