Giddy Up, Gotterup! The most unabashedly open stance since Bubba Watson, Chris Gotterup is on or near the leaderboard weekly on the PGA Tour. Of course, commentators compare him to Lee Trevino, the Open Stance master, without saying Open or Stance. So be it.

https://youtu.be/Y2DYWD_J6NQ?si=GzhnKGKc_J0uS3Bq

I laugh every time they say, “He sets up way left or way right(lefty)” instead of “(very) open”. I guess they’re trying to fill airtime, so they take the long way round. I’m just glad I’ve pulled back from my crusade to enlighten the golf world, otherwise I’d probably be upset. As a non-pga drone now I don’t have to be upset with their deception.

At any rate, Chris is powerful, accurate, and a great wedge player by commentator admission. Yes, he is a big guy. Built like J.W. Nicklaus, Chris Gotterup is a formidable player. And, like Jack, his greatest weapon may be his mind. We’ll see. However, you can see he hits what the dumbasses announcing refer to as a “push”… as if to passive-aggressively cast shade on his set up. I’d say if Chris is “pushing” it twenty yards past everyone else, then where does the line form to get some of that?

The industrial distraction campaign won’t work. Every year, on every tour, more players choose an Open Stance. It’s not an accident. They’re smart. Did you notice how many different sizes and shapes of golfers are utilizing an Open Stance setup? How about, have you noticed the number of different adaptations leading to completely unique moves at the ball?

As I’ve said from the first day, the Open Stance precludes no shots, promotes increased distance, and produces accurate shotmaking. Why the golf industry wants to keep simplicity out of your ears is anyone’s guess. I have my own opinion. However, I recommend you use your eyes and reject voices that tell you your eyes are lying to you. Peace.

John Wright – Founder
The Open Stance Academy

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