It’s common to think about short putts as easier to make than long putts — and it’s true, at least in theory. But during a round, sometimes those three-to-five footers can be the nerviest shots you ...

When professional golfers start comparing notes in the locker room about short putts they shouldn’t be missing, something unusual is happening on the greens. That appears to be the case at this week’s ...

PINEHURST, N.C. — Rory McIlroy put himself in position to end a decade-long drought in the majors, and answer a whole lot of questions about his ability to get it done, only to miss two short putts ...

Nothing can boost your confidence like knocking in a testy 4- or 5-footer. But missing too many of those putts can crush your spirits, sending your psyche into a tailspin. Those putts — outside the ...

Reducing the amount of three-putts you have per round is simple. All you’ve got to do is dial in your speed control. When you’ve got proper speed control, you can get away with not starting lag putts ...

The Putting Strategies On-Course is designed to help golfers of all levels improve their putting performance by focusing on the mental, strategic, and technical aspects of putting. This clinic ...

What's the purpose of a handicap in golf? It's not to measure your scoring average—that's a common misconception–it's to level the playing field against your fellow golfers. That handicap exists is ...

PINEHURST, N.C. — Rory McIlroy put himself in position to end a decade-long drought in the majors and answer a whole lot of questions about his ability to get it done, only to miss two short putts ...

Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, reacts after missing a putt on the 18th hole during the final round of the U.S. Open on Sunday in Pinehurst, N.C. PINEHURST, N.C. — Rory McIlroy put himself in ...