In 1996, former hockey player Happy Gilmore (Adam Sandler) was able to take three steps and pound his grandfather’s “really old” driver 400-plus yards. For self-serious golfers, it required suspension ...

If you want to hit longer drives, understanding how power is created is crucial. If you don’t understand the “how,” you’ll never be able to execute a powerful swing efficiently. This is something I’ve ...

Research proves that a smaller ratio between the time it takes you to complete your backswing and your downswing is what creates extra speed and power. But you can’t simply make a faster swing. The ...

This past weekend, Rory McIlroy put on a masterclass in driving prowess, showcasing tremendous distances and impressive accuracy off the tee. His ability to consistently hit the driver long while ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. If you want to hit longer drives, understanding how power is created is crucial.