EP 121: There Is No “Wrong” in Golf—Only Consequences

EP 121: There Is No “Wrong” in Golf—Only Consequences

From Pivot The Path by SSWING

May 1, 2026 · 21 min · Episode 121

About this episode

The episode discusses how there is no 'wrong' in golf, only consequences, using Matt Fitzpatrick's unconventional chipping grip as a case study.

There is no “wrong” in golf—only consequences. The best players in the world learn how to adapt. It’s a simple idea, but it changes everything. This week, we look at Matt Fitzpatrick and his cross-handed chipping grip—something that, to many, might look unconventional. But here’s the truth: it’s not wrong. It just produces a certain left hand position that works for Matt under pressure when chipping. And Fitzpatrick? He understands those consequences. He owns them. He adapts around them. That’s what the best in the world do. In this episode, we break down: Why “unconventional” doesn’t mean incorrect How Fitzpatrick’s grip influences his ball flight and control The real difference between technical perfection and functional performance How to understand your tendencies instead of fighting them If you’ve ever felt like your swing doesn’t “look right,” this is your reminder: it doesn’t have to. It just has to produce something you can manage. That's how you Own Your SSWING. Shop the new G'day Golfers hat 👉 Available now in the SSWING Shop Join the SSWING Society Be part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game…

People in this episode

Host: SSWING

Topics covered

  • golf
  • adaptation
  • performance
  • chipping
  • unconventional techniques

Keywords

  • golf
  • Matt Fitzpatrick
  • chipping grip
  • performance
  • adaptation
  • unconventional
  • swing

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