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'...none of today's wannabes can hold a candle to one of the grand old guard like Jack Nicklaus and Watson in terms of enduring popularity, charisma and serial achievement' --Guardian, 11 June 2011
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Tom Watson's stunning performance in the 2009 British Open was the story of the year in golf - if not in all sports. Nearing his 60th birthday, he led the world's oldest major championship with one hole to play and came within an unlucky bounce of winning his sixth Open championship, losing in a playoff. Known at the highest levels of the game as a shotmaker's shotmaker, a master of any shot under any conditions, and the finest foul-weather golfer of all time, Watson relied on a swing that has lasted as an unmatched model of good mechanics, rhythm and repeatability. Jack Nicklaus and other peers believe Watson is swinging better today than when he was a dominant player on the regular PGA Tour 30-plus years ago. In THE TIMELESS SWING, Watson offers a lifetime's worth of wisdom and insight into the game of golf, showing how to become a better player at any age. In Watson's plain-spoken voice, the book will distil the most important lessons for how to improve your swing and score and will be laced with the anecdotal stories and bits of wisdom that have been accumulated by Watson during his forty year professional career. With a foreword by Jack Nicklaus and 4-color photographs by award-winning Golf Digest photographer Dom Furore illustrating Watson's method throughout.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
An excellent book from a eight-times Major winner who, even at the age of sixty, is still able to compete at the highest level. All the fundamentals of the golf swing are explained in great detail together with variations of grip, ball positioning, etc. The text and the numerous photographs are very clear and easy to understand.
I've played golf occasionaly (and badly) for a good few years but only joined a club and tried seriously to improve over the last year. Most frustratingly I'm still a 28-handicapper due to a hopelessly flawed 'swing'. My short game is actually quite good ... if only I can get off the tee and keep out of trouble. I've taken a few lessons but my Pro has largely let me use my own agricultural grip/swing with a few adaptations and constraints. That helped reduce my wild shots but at the cost of considerable distance.
With the help of this book I've finally accepted that you have to get the fundamentals correct if you are to make progress in your game. There are no short cuts; you have to learn how to do it properly and then put the work in to build the foundations of a reliable swing.
Watson frequently refers to mistakes he sees in the swings of 'weekend golfers' and explains what the effect of each will be. He could have been watching my swing so accurately does he describe the issues.
Anyway, I've just spend a couple of evenings reading the book and making short notes to take with me to the range. With the information in the book I've changed my grip, opened my backswing, concentrated on tempo ... and it has been a relevation! When I get it right the ball soars majestically, straight(-ish) and gloriously long. I didn't know I could hit the ball like that. I've still got a long way to go but I do feel that I've made the first few steps (in the right direction) of that 1000 mile journey. Thank you Mr Watson Sir.
This book is the perfect companion to Watson's 'Lessons of a Lifetime' DVD which covers the short game as well as the swing. Buying both has been amongst the best money I've ever spent on equipment or learning. Outstanding value and highly recommended.
I've played golf occasionaly (and badly) for a good few years but only joined a club and tried seriously to improve over the last year. Most frustratingly I'm still a 28-handicapper due to a hopelessly flawed 'swing'. My short game is actually quite good ... if only I can get off the tee and keep out of trouble. I've taken a few lessons but my Pro has largely let me use my own agricultural grip/swing with a few adaptations and constraints. That helped reduce my wild shots but at the cost of considerable distance.
With the help of this book I've finally accepted that you have to get the fundamentals correct if you are to make progress in your game. There are no short cuts; you have to learn how to do it properly and then put the work in to build the foundations of a reliable swing.
Watson frequently refers to mistakes he sees in the swings of 'weekend golfers' and explains what the effect of each will be. He could have been watching my swing so accurately does he describe the issues.
Anyway, I've just spend a couple of evenings reading the book and making short notes to take with me to the range. With the information in the book I've changed my grip, opened my backswing, concentrated on tempo ... and it has been a relevation! When I get it right the ball soars majestically, straight(-ish) and gloriously long. I didn't know I could hit the ball like that. I've still got a long way to go but I do feel that I've made the first few steps (in the right direction) of that 1000 mile journey. Thank you Mr Watson Sir.
This book is the perfect companion to Watson's 'Lessons of a Lifetime' DVD which covers the short game as well as the swing. Buying both has been amongst the best money I've ever spent on equipment or learning. Outstanding value and highly recommended.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
For anybody who bought the instructional DVD featuring Tom in 2010, the pictures and narrative will seem familiar. They should as they are lifted directly from there. That said, it is my "go to" instructional DVD and being able to quickly turn to the same advice on a page is far, far quicker. In my view this is an essential complimentary product which should be bought with the DVD, although as a standalone book it is also one of the best. Clear, concise and very Tom. A great book featuring lessons from one of the all-time greats.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a must buy for golfers at all levels from scratch players to high handicappers. It gives a great insight into the mechanics and thoughts of a great champion and makes the game seem so simple. He doesnt complicate things or expect the player to get into ridiculous positions in order to hit the ball well. A very recommended book for all golfers and at a great price.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Really enjoyable and informative
This was bought for my Father as a gift. He is a semi-professional golfer and even though after many years of playing the sport he still learned many new techniques and tips that... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Melissa
great book
This is a really good book - full of good information and very well presented. But then I wouldn't expect Tom Watson to be involved with anything that wasn't of the highest... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Andy
Very useful
I got given this for Christmas and I found the lessons to be relevant and useful. On the whole there is a lot of great advice from one of the game's all time greats. Read more
Published 4 months ago by M Williams
The Timeless Swing
This book is an excellent guide. Its main asset is its simplicity and non technical content which is rare in instruction manuals. Consequently it is a pleasure to read.
Published 4 months ago by alex.272
My Number One Book
Over the year I've owned many many books and videos on golf. Now I've settled down to the Tom Watson set. Read more
Published 4 months ago by C. R. Downing
A clear and concise teaching manual from a master
This book sets out the timeless essentials of the good golf swing. Each chapter is concise, clear and well illustrated. For slicers of the ball (80% of all golfers! Read more
Published 5 months ago by longtimegolfer
Tom Watson - golf made simple
Have his short game book, Getting up and Down which is excellent, and this focus on all aspects of the full swing in bite sized chunks with lots of clear photos is great! Read more
Published 8 months ago by tonytone
well thought out
bought as a gift for my golf loving husband. The book shows you how easy it is to have a golf swing to make you (almost) as good as the great maestro himself!
Published 9 months ago by PS
Great book for golfers of all levels
Tom Watson is one of golf's great heroes and his new book is a 'must have' for any golfer looking to understand and improve their swing. Read more
Published 10 months ago by D. J. Lynch
Tom Watson- his swing
Good quality book that is very well illustrated. Concentrates on swing fundamentals.
Easy to read. Would have liked a chapter on the short game as the swing can differ.
Easy to read. Would have liked a chapter on the short game as the swing can differ.
Published 11 months ago by Matthew Merry
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