Want More Distance? Steal This Move From a DP World Tour Winner

Ben An, a two-time DP World Tour winner and the 25th ranked player in the world, does something few modern golfers even attempt—he hits a one-iron.

As Jack Nicklaus famously said, “Not even God can hit a one-iron,” but Ben An proves that wrong. His ability to strike this demanding club with power and precision comes down to one key factor: width.

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Breaking Down Ben An’s Swing

🔹 Perfect Setup & Posture – Everything is in balance,

🔹 Early Width in the Backswing – At a quarter of the way back, both arms are fully extended, and the club remains perfectly on plane.

🔹 Maintaining Width to the Top – His hands stay far from his head, and the clubhead stays even further.

🔹 Lowering in the Downswing – He creates a powerful transition while keeping his width intact.

🔹 Textbook Impact Position – His rotation into the ball is picture-perfect, generating both distance and accuracy.

Why Width Matters in Your Swing

Width is one of the most underrated power sources in golf. The further you can keep the club away from your body while staying in control, the more potential energy you create. This allows for:

✔️ Increased clubhead speed without extra effort

✔️ Better control of face angle and swing path

✔️ More solid and repeatable strikes

Key Takeaway for Your Practice

Next time you practice, focus on maintaining width throughout your backswing like Ben An:

1️⃣ At a quarter of the way back, arms should be extended, and the club should stay wide.

2️⃣ At the top, maintain distance between your hands and head to store power.

3️⃣ In the downswing, keep that width intact for a strong, repeatable strike.

Width isn’t just for hitting a one-iron—it’s a game-changer for every club in your bag.

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