The left hand low putting grip is also known as the cross-handed grip and is a new technique growing in popularity on both the tour and among amateurs.

In this putting grip style, for right-handed golfers the left hand is positioned lower on the putter than the right hand – hence the name.

That is the opposite to the traditional grip, where the right hand is lower. For left-handed golfers, the right hand would be the lowest on the putter for this method.

How Left Hand Low Putting Grip Works

For left hand low putting, the golfer places their left hand lower on the putter grip and the right hand above it. This is opposite to the conventional grip where the right hand is below the left.

The golfer assumes a typical putting stance, with feet roughly shoulder-width apart, and the ball positioned slightly forward in the stance.

Golfers with a straight-back-and-through putting stroke find this grip more suitable than those with an arc stroke, as it naturally promotes a straighter stroke path.

Benefits of Left Hand Low Putting

Left hand low grip can be beneficial for some golfers, but it doesn’t for everyone. The feeling of gripping the putter the wrong way round can feel too alien for some.

Many professional golfers have used this grip successfully, especially those who struggle with “wristiness” or inconsistency in their traditional putting stroke.

It it designed to help reduce the wrist action during the putting stroke and promote a more shoulder-driven stroke. That in turn leads to greater consistency on the putting greens.

By reducing wrist movement, the left hand low grip can help in achieving a more pendulum-like stroke, which is often more reliable.

Placing the left hand lower on the putter tends to stabilize the stroke. This stability is particularly beneficial in maintaining a straighter path for the putter head, leading to more consistent and accurate putts.

With the left hand lower, the shoulders are more likely to be level at address. This can lead to a more natural and effective shoulder movement during the stroke, enhancing control and consistency.

Some golfers find that they have better control over the speed and tempo of their putts with this grip. This can be particularly beneficial on fast greens or for those who struggle with distance control.

As much as being about the grip and stroke, it can also be a mental boost for golfers who are struggling with their putting.

Which your golfers use left hand low putting?

Several tour golfers have been known for using the left hand low (or cross-handed) putting grip from time to time during their careers.

Jordan Spieth is known for his exceptional putting skills and has often used the left hand low grip, especially in his earlier career, and has been successful with it.

Sergio Garcia has used the left hand low grip at various points in his career, particularly when looking for a change in his putting during a troubled period.

Billy Horschel, Kevin Chapple and Pat Perez have also been players on the PGA Tour to have used the grip in search of better results on the greens.

Perhaps the most notable, however, is former world number one female star Nelly Korda, who turned to the grip in 2021 and enjoyed plenty of success. Below she details the secrets of the move.