Golf's Putting Precipice: At What Distance Is A 3-Putt More Likely Than A 1-Putt?

Steve North watching the ball roll across the green on the 9th at Turnberry, after hitting a putt, with an inset image of an increasing line graph moving upwards towards a stormy, lightning filled backdrop with a golf green and flag perched on top of a precipice.

Putting performance is a crucial factor for determining success or failure on the golf course, often measured by how many putts players take in 18 holes (you can find out the average number in the video below).

There are plenty of ways to improve your performances on the green, like learning how to grip a putter or trying out some of the best putting drills, but there is no doubt that getting the ball closer to the hole on approach is crucial for avoiding 3-putts.