At the U.S. Open, Oakmont’s greens were brutal — and Tony Finau’s putting stroke didn’t stand a chance. From one-handed strokes to toe-down putter setups, things are getting a little messy.
This week, Darren deMaille from QuickFixGolf.com analyzes Tony’s form and highlights the small setup tweak that can make a huge difference.
The Problem
Finau’s current stroke has the toe of the putter elevated. That setup encourages arc and face rotation — which adds timing, tension, and inconsistency. He’s even resorted to one-handed putting, a sure sign things are off-track.
The Fix
Look to Steve Stricker’s stroke: heel slightly raised, eyes over the ball, and a straight-back, straight-through motion. It’s simple, repeatable, and deadly effective.
Check it out here:
Key Takeaway
Set your putter flat on the ground. It’ll naturally put your hands in the right position and distance you correctly from the ball — giving you a clean, square stroke with minimal face rotation.
