Ben Crenshaw adjusts putting technique for more consistency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Ben Crenshaw utilized a ball position adjustment rather than a full stroke overhaul during his Masters victories in 1984 and 1995. His method, as highlighted by MyGolfSpy, focuses on subtle shifts in ball placement to improve rolling consistency on the greens. Crenshaw emphasized that a repeatable stroke is essential, and fine-tuning ball position based on conditions is often overlooked by many golfers. Practical implementation involves moving the ball slightly forward or back to achieve the desired roll, aiding amateurs seeking better performance on the course.
- •Crenshaw won two Masters titles utilizing subtle ball position tweaks.
- •His method allows golfers to maintain stroke consistency while adjusting ball placement.
- •Golfers often prioritize expensive equipment over essential tweaks to ball position.
- •Crenshaw advocates for observing ball behavior to identify the right positioning.
- •The method encourages patience and observation for improved putting performance.
- 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Ben Crenshaw Fixes Putting With One Simple Move
"Ben Crenshaw's two Masters wins relied on a subtle ball position tweak, not a stroke overhaul. MyGolfSpy breaks down how to apply this fix today.
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