How Important Is Golf Club Swingweight? Matt Fitzpatrick's Driver

In the world of golf, even the smallest equipment adjustments can lead to significant performance improvements. A prime example is professional golfer Matt Fitzpatrick, who experienced a notable transformation in his driving due to a minor change in his club's weight.

Early in 2023, Fitzpatrick experimented with a 4-gram counterweight in his irons and driver. However, by March of 2023 Fitzpatrick removed the weight from all of his clubs…except for the driver (unintentionally).  Throughout 2023 Fitzpatrick struggled with his driver telling Golf Digest "My driving kind of got worse from pretty much after Harbour Town, and we were going back and forth. We were just very confused swing-wise, did all sorts”.

 It wasn’t until Fitzpatrick had his driver regripped just prior to the Players in 2024 that they noticed the 4-gram weight remained and subsequently removed it. While four grams may seem negligible, it was enough to alter the club's balance point, affecting Fitzpatrick's swing dynamics. Throughout the time the weight was unknowingly still present, he noticed increased face rotation and a more pronounced "kick" during his swing, leading to shots veering left—an unexpected and unwelcome outcome for the elite golfer. As Fitpatrick told Gold Digest afterwords: “Turns out, take the weight out of the top of the driver, and I think since Phoenix is when I've taken it out, I've driven it a lot better."

This incident underscores the critical importance of swing weight in golf clubs. Even slight deviations can impact swing mechanics and shot accuracy. For golfers aiming to optimize their performance, having the ability to fine-tune club weight is essential.

Our premium aftermarket club weights offer a practical solution, allowing players to adjust their club's swing weight to match their personal preferences and swing characteristics. By customizing your club's weight, you can achieve better control, consistency, and overall performance on the course. Don't underestimate the power of small adjustments. Explore our range of premium weights today and experience how fine-tuning your equipment can lead to improvements in your game.