An ambidextrous golfer known as ‘Edward’ attempted to qualify for the Farmers Insurance Open on the PGA Tour by switching between right and left-handed swings, but withdrew after the seventh hole.
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‣ An unidentified golfer, known only as ‘Edward’, attempted to qualify for the Farmers Insurance Open on the PGA Tour by switching between right and left-handed swings during the round.
‣ ‘Edward’ uses a unique method where he “plays driver thru 6-iron right handed, 7-iron thru wedge left-handed, and chips right handed with an inverted left handed club.”
‣ Despite his unusual technique, ‘Edward’ was able to keep up with the competition, being only three-over through five holes in a tournament that requires a handicap of 2.0 or lower.
‣ Unfortunately, ‘Edward’ did not qualify for the tournament and withdrew after the seventh hole, but continued to play the remaining holes for practice.
Ok. Legit this is amazing. Guy is playing in the Farmers Pre-Q right now.
He plays driver thru 6-iron right handed, 7-iron thru wedge left-handed, and chips right handed with an inverted left handed club. Truly mind blowing.
Also is only +3 thru 5.
— Monday Q Info (@acaseofthegolf1)
Golfers who can swing the club confidently with both hands are not uncommon. Chris Kirk, a multiple PGA Tour winner, is a prime example. Yet, it’s rare to see someone switch between right and left-handed swings in a single round.
However, a mystery player attempted this very method in qualifying for the upcoming Farmers Insurance Open on the PGA Tour. This man was discovered by Ryan French, also known as Monday Q Info, on X.
Video clips from his caddie at the pre-qualifying event showed him nonchalantly switching the side of his body facing the target. It’s quite a sight. He plays driver thru 6-iron right-handed, 7-iron thru wedge left-handed, and chips right-handed with an inverted left-handed club. He’s only +3 thru 5, which is truly mind-blowing.
This ambidextrous golfer, known only as ‘Edward,’ also uses a bulleye putter and switches his stance based on different factors. Despite his unique approach, ‘Edward’ had an indifferent start, scoring-wise. He was reportedly just three-over through five holes.
The tournament rules state that only those with a handicap of 2.0 or lower can compete. In a text exchange between French and Edward’s caddie, Will Grimmer, it was revealed that Edward has a humorous side. Grimmer shared that Edward made a funny quip about needing a protein shake, or “driver juice,” on the second tee box.
Interestingly, Edward found himself in a quandary at one point, unsure of which side to address the ball from. This is a dilemma few golfers ever face. Unfortunately, Edward’s story didn’t have a happy ending. A final text chain from Grimmer revealed that Edward had a series of mishaps, leading to a high score.
Despite the outcome, Grimmer seemed to maintain a positive attitude, sharing the sentiment, “Don’t be sad its over, be happy that it happened at all.” After the seventh hole, Edward withdrew but continued to play with the boys to “work on some things.”
The PGA Tour will continue without Edward, moving on to the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines South Course. But his unique approach to the game will not be forgotten.
