Conquer your fear of tight lies with this simple chipping drill
Having missed a green, often the last thing a golfer wants to see is a ball that’s come to rest on short grass. If this sounds like you don’t worry, you’re not alone. Check out our video that will change the way you approach chipping from tight lies…
Chipping from tight lies: The main points
The beauty of this drill is in its simplicity. First, find a tight area of grass and place two coins and a ball on the ground a few inches apart in a line pointing away from you.
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From here, address the first coin with the goal of just clipping it off the top of the grass. By hitting at something other than a ball, people often feel more comfortable.
Want to learn what to do from here? You’ll have to watch the video…
This chipping tips video was filmed at Lumine Golf Club, host venue of the 2019 European Tour Qualifying School. For more information, visit their website.
Andrew Wright
NCG's instruction editor. Terrible student so trying my hand at passing on some of the best advice I've never listened to. Member of Royal Troon. Favourite golfer is two-time major winner and hall of famer, Retief Goosen.
