Muhammad Danial Faidz demonstrates why the left-hand-low chipping technique is catching on among young golfers and pros alike.
Muhammad Danial Faidz, the recent winner in Tampa and former U.S. Open champion from 2022, has become an advocate for an unconventional chipping technique that is gaining traction in professional golf: the left-hand-low grip.
In a feature during The Masters’ Drive, Chip and Putt series, Faidz explained the mechanics behind this method and why it represents an evolution in short-game coaching. The approach differs markedly from traditional grip styles and offers distinct technical advantages.
Understanding the Left-Hand-Low Technique
The left-hand-low grip fundamentally changes how a golfer approaches chipping. “It takes the right hand out of it. It takes the right arm out,” Faidz noted during the discussion. “All you do is extend your left arm down the shaft and you rotate from your shoulders.”
By reducing the involvement of the dominant right arm, golfers can focus on a simpler rotational motion from the upper body. This mechanically pure approach eliminates variables that often cause inconsistency in the short game, particularly among developing players.
The technique is not a corrective measure for faulty mechanics. As explained during the segment, when professional players have adopted this grip, it was not due to chipping deficiencies or technical flaws. Instead, these players felt the method genuinely improved their overall technique and consistency around the greens.
Growing Adoption in Professional Golf
When asked whether we might see more golfers embrace this approach, the response was measured but optimistic. The adoption appears to be driven by genuine technical benefits rather than a trend-chasing mentality.
For young golfers encountering the game for the first or second time at the range, introducing the left-hand-low grip early could establish sound fundamentals from the outset. This preventative approach to teaching aligns with modern coaching philosophy, which emphasizes building correct mechanics before bad habits form.
The Drive, Chip and Putt program continues to showcase techniques and players who exemplify excellence across the short game—from professional champions like Faidz to the next generation of competitive golfers discovering the sport through The Masters’ grassroots initiative.
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