US Ryder Cup player ramping up workouts and could chase distance with driver, ‘I’m tempted’
Russell Henley, a US Ryder Cup player, is considering increasing his driving distance to keep up with other PGA Tour competitors. Currently ranked fifth in the world, he acknowledges the challenge of balancing distance with accuracy. Henley is ramping up his workouts but faces difficulties in maintaining weight during the season.
- ▪Russell Henley is currently ranked fifth in the world after winning the Charles Schwab Challenge.
- ▪He is 145th on the PGA Tour for driving distance, averaging 294.3 yards.
- ▪Henley is known for his accuracy, ranking 49th for strokes gained off the tee.
- ▪He is tempted to gain distance but worries about losing accuracy if he does so.
- ▪Henley is increasing his workout intensity but struggles with maintaining weight during the season.
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