Dustin Johnson’s new way of reading greens has him putting better than ever
Dustin Johnson has tried all sorts of cures for woes on the green, but nothing has worked as well as his new green-reading technique.
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There are days when I feel like I can’t miss and then there are rounds when I feel like I can’t make a thing. I’ve tried lots of different cures — new putters, grips, ball markings, you name it. Recently, I’ve locked into something that’s really helped: reading putts by focusing on where I want the ball to enter the hole and then working back to my lie.
3-time major winner explains the secret to reading greens
I start by walking to the highest point on the green. From there, I look at the entire length of my putt. This helps me better gauge the overall break. Next, I go behind the hole and, based on what I saw while standing on the high point, pinpoint where the ball should fall into the cup. Lastly, I address the ball and make practice strokes focusing on the entry point, constantly adjusting my feet until I’m comfortable. When I’m good, I go.
Trust me: It works.
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