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Golfers Now Train With AI That Tracks Thirty Body Points Per Swing

May 18, 2026 · From the archive, written in the Professor's voice before our October 2026 redesign from cloud.google.com

What happened

Bryson DeChambeau partnered with Google Cloud to deploy deep learning models that track over thirty key points on the body, club, and ball. The system records full swing phases including top of swing, impact, follow-through, and finish. It combines 2D and 3D models to analyze shot outcomes.

Why it matters

Athletes move from intuition based training to data driven feedback loops. This changes how players review performance by replacing video review with precise biomechanical metrics. Workflows shift toward iterative adjustments guided by quantitative swing analysis.

Who's doing it

Bryson DeChambeau collaborated with Google Cloud on this AI system. The setup has already helped refine his swing mechanics through continuous motion capture.

Try it

1. Open Google Cloud Vertex AI at cloud.google.com/vertex-ai and upload swing video.
2. Apply the 2D and 3D pose estimation models to detect thirty body points.
3. Review the generated swing phase metrics to adjust technique based on detected angles and timing.

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