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LPGA winner: If you want to shave strokes off your 18 handicap, do this one low-effort thing

The BMW PGA Championship saw two top English golfers, Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood, penalized for excessive slow play during their round at Wentworth. Both players were issued 'bad times' for taking longer than the allowed stroke time, according to a ruling by European Tour Group committee member David Howell.

The incident underscores the ongoing debate in professional golf about balancing pace of play with the pressure of competition, particularly among elite players known for their precision and deliberation on the course.

Meanwhile, the LPGA’s recent focus on refining amateur golf techniques has highlighted simple yet effective strategies to improve scores. Top-ranked instructors like Ryan Young and Stephen Sweeney have emphasized overlooked fundamentals, such as proper putting alignment and green-reading methods, to help golfers shave strokes off their handicaps with minimal effort.

Young’s reminder to focus on chip shots and Sweeney’s green-reading trick offer practical advice for players looking to refine their game without overhauling their entire approach.

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