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In this episode of Linked by Golf, Ross McGuire welcomes former PGA Tour pro and Presidents Cup legend Nick O’Hern for a candid conversation about putting, and the mindset behind elite performance.
Nick shares the story behind his unconventional switch from left-handed long putting to right-handed short putting, a move that raised eyebrows on tour but ultimately improved his game.
We also dive into:
- The anchoring ban and how it reshaped Nick’s approach
- Why your dominant hand might be the key to better putting
- Ryder Cup reactions and European pride
- Ross’s own putting transformation inspired by Nick
- Nick’s legendary match play victories over Tiger Woods — the only player to beat Tiger twice in match play, including at the WGC Match Play Championship
🔑 Key Takeaways
- Feel Over Tradition: Nick’s switch to right-handed putting was based on natural feel and biomechanics, not convention.
- Handedness Matters: Understanding your dominant hand for one-handed tasks can reveal your ideal putting stroke.
- Ryder Cup Passion: Nick and Ross reflect on Europe’s recent win and what it means for fans and players alike.
- Inspiration in Action: Ross shares how Nick’s journey influenced his own putting style, proving that experimentation leads to growth.
📌 Stay Linked
- Follow the show on Instagram: @linkedbygolf2024
- Subscribe on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform
- Share your putting story with us — tag us and use #LinkedByGolf📲 Connect with Nick O’Hern
Nick co-hosts Talk Birdie To Me, Australia’s most listened-to golf podcast, alongside fellow Tour Pro Mark Allen. They cover everything from pro tour insights to putting psychology and golf culture.- Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more:https://www.nickohern.com/podcasts- Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TalkBirdieToMePodcast- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkbirdietome
By Ross McGuireIn this episode of Linked by Golf, Ross McGuire welcomes former PGA Tour pro and Presidents Cup legend Nick O’Hern for a candid conversation about putting, and the mindset behind elite performance.
Nick shares the story behind his unconventional switch from left-handed long putting to right-handed short putting, a move that raised eyebrows on tour but ultimately improved his game.
We also dive into:
- The anchoring ban and how it reshaped Nick’s approach
- Why your dominant hand might be the key to better putting
- Ryder Cup reactions and European pride
- Ross’s own putting transformation inspired by Nick
- Nick’s legendary match play victories over Tiger Woods — the only player to beat Tiger twice in match play, including at the WGC Match Play Championship
🔑 Key Takeaways
- Feel Over Tradition: Nick’s switch to right-handed putting was based on natural feel and biomechanics, not convention.
- Handedness Matters: Understanding your dominant hand for one-handed tasks can reveal your ideal putting stroke.
- Ryder Cup Passion: Nick and Ross reflect on Europe’s recent win and what it means for fans and players alike.
- Inspiration in Action: Ross shares how Nick’s journey influenced his own putting style, proving that experimentation leads to growth.
📌 Stay Linked
- Follow the show on Instagram: @linkedbygolf2024
- Subscribe on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform
- Share your putting story with us — tag us and use #LinkedByGolf📲 Connect with Nick O’Hern
Nick co-hosts Talk Birdie To Me, Australia’s most listened-to golf podcast, alongside fellow Tour Pro Mark Allen. They cover everything from pro tour insights to putting psychology and golf culture.- Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more:https://www.nickohern.com/podcasts- Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TalkBirdieToMePodcast- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkbirdietome

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