How to Hit a Draw in Golf - GOLFTEC Singapore Coaching Tips

A draw - a shot that moves from right to left for a right-handed golfer - is the ball flight most recreational players aspire to. It tends to travel further than a fade, it looks impressive, and it can be a genuine advantage on certain holes. Understanding how to produce it consistently starts with understanding the physics.

The Physics of a Draw

A draw is produced by a combination of a club path that moves right of the target (an in-to-out path) and a clubface that is closed relative to that path but open relative to the target line. The interaction between path and face creates the right-to-left sidespin that curves the ball.

Adjust Your Setup

One practical way to encourage a draw is to close your stance slightly - drop your right foot back from the target line - while keeping the clubface aimed at your target. This naturally encourages an in-to-out swing path.

Strengthen Your Grip

A slightly stronger grip - rotating both hands clockwise on the grip - makes it easier to close the face through impact and produce draw spin. This is a common adjustment for golfers who chronically fade or slice.

Avoid Overdoing It

A draw that becomes too strong turns into a hook, which is generally worse than a fade. Work on producing a gentle right-to-left curve rather than trying to manufacture a big sweeping draw.

Book a lesson at GOLFTEC Singapore and we will measure your swing path and face angle to identify exactly what adjustments will help you shape the ball.