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How do you put so well like you did in the Masters

A. My putting has improved because I have spent some time working on a chalk line or alignment board to make sure the putter works slightly inside on backswing then down the line on through stroke and I have made sure I hit lots and lots of short putts continue reading

how long are you aloud to look for a lost ball

A. 5 mins.. continue reading

How Do You It A Fade

A. I hit a fade by aiming clubface at the target slightly open my stance and shoulders and swing along the lines of my body. So slightly out on backswing then across it on downswing.   Same idea for a slice just open clubface at address.   continue reading

recently you have found your form agian, what do you put this down too and is your number one goal to get into masters or ryder cup team?

A. I have been putting better and the stuff I have been working on for a while with my swing have started to feel more comfortable. To play the best I can in each event is my goal. Ryder cup would be great but long way to go so not thinking to much continue reading

I just got a scotty Cameron putter what kind of putter do you play with

A. I currently use an odyssey 2ball blade. I have used Odyssey putters for years as I like the white hot face which comes off a bit softer. Cheers Paul. continue reading

any tips to improve ball striking?

A. Without seeing you hit balls its difficult but when I struggle with ball stricking I tee the ball up on the range even with wedges which makes it easier and will help with your confidence. Paul   continue reading

What ball do you play

A. Just now i play the Pro V1x. Paul continue reading

I am an 18 handicap junior round Royal Aberdeen golf club. I know you play there a lot. What is the key to conquer those greens because there so difficult

A. Putting on any green well is all about speed and good speed is achieved by practising and trying to focus on getting the ball to stop with 18 inches past the hole. I always try to practise with one ball from all different distances. Paul. continue reading

I am a 4 handicap golfer, what areas of my game would I need to work on to get down to scratch or better?

A. Normally the difference at your level is either short game or the mental side or both. It would be impossible to spend to much time working on your short game. You could also buy one of Dr Bob Rotella's books on sports psychology I find them the best continue reading

when did you start getting into junior golf development, so good to see as many clubs are too stuffy and dont allow kids to go on and practice hitting a few balls.

A. We started the Paul Lawrie junior programme in 2001 as I felt we could improve what was on offer to kids in the north east. The foundation has grown steadily in that time   Alot of people work hard to make sure it runs smoothly. I get continue reading

is it true that if you hit a draw you will gain distance?

A. Yes.   Draws go further and fades go shorter.      When you hit draws the club face needs to be closed at impact  which turns a 7 iron into a 6 iron for instance. Paul  continue reading

do you get annoyed at yourself on one bad shot?

A. I do as I think most players do.  Being upset with a shot is not a problem but you must forget about it before you play your next one   You must let it go as quickly as possible as everyone hits bad shots at sometime. continue reading