Flop Shot
A high, soft short-game shot that lands with minimal roll, typically played with a lob wedge.
What does flop shot mean in golf?
The flop shot is a high-risk, high-reward technique used when a player needs to carry the ball over an obstacle (like a bunker) and stop it quickly on the green. It requires opening the clubface dramatically and swinging along the body line rather than toward the target. Phil Mickelson popularized the shot, making it one of golf's most exciting plays to watch. Due to its difficulty, most instructors recommend it only as a last resort for recreational golfers.
Related Golf Terms
Chip
A short, low-trajectory shot played near the green that spends more time rolling on the ground than in the air.
Pitch
A short approach shot with a high trajectory that lands softly on the green with limited roll.
Backspin
Reverse rotation on the ball that causes it to stop quickly or spin backward upon landing on the green.
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