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Play the 'fish's tail' for a high soft chip

For a higher shot that lands softly, use the 'fish's tail': play the ball opposite the lead heel, point the club toward the heart, and grip with the thumb straight down. Hinge on the way back, let the club hinge through, and move the wrists back and through without rolling them.

Channel: Danny Maude

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Try it

  1. Play the ball opposite the lead heel.
  2. Point the club toward the heart.
  3. Take the grip with the thumb straight down.
  4. Hinge back and let the club hinge through without rolling the wrists.

Why this context matters

Shot three of the four-shot system, for a higher, softer landing such as to a downslope.