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WHO: Ben Crane
WHAT: 25-foot birdie putt
WHERE: Par-4 17th at Brown Deer
WHEN: Final round of the U.S. Bank Championship

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WHY
Despite intense criticism of his slow play from the media, fans and his fellow pros, Crane has been smart not to speed up. Having and following a preshot routine is integral to success in golf, especially on the greens, and Crane’s methodical and quirky style has made him the Tour’s top-ranked putter and the only American under 30, other than Tiger Woods, with two Tour wins in the last three years.

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Tom’s Tip

Hit the Wall for Steady Putting
Crane does two things you must do to putt well: He keeps his eyes over the ball and his body and head rock-steady throughout the stroke. My Wall Drill will help you do that too. Hit 10-foot putts with your forehead touching a wall. Then turn around and hit 10-footers with your buttocks touching the wall. You’ll likely be surprised at how much you sway during the stroke, but you’ll soon learn how to stay steady with the flat stick.

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