When does Right Arm Straighten in Golf Downswing?

The Role of the Right Arm in the Golf Downswing

The right arm stays bent at the elbow at approximately 90 degrees the angle is distorted by the perspective of the two views, from the top until very late in the downswing — it doesnt start to straighten until the hands reach about hip height.

How does Right Arm Work in Downswing?

The proper movement of the right elbow on the downswing allows for so many complementary and fundamentally sound movements to occur. It allows the club to shallow and move behind the hands, which in turns promotes more rotation of the body.