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"I might be used to it because I see it often, but it's a really hard swing to explain." The local commentator, who was broadcasting the 88th Masters, couldn't hold back his laughter when he showed Scottie Scheffler's swing in slow motion during the fiery championship competition.

Scheffler makes a unique swing that looks like Choi Ho-sung of Korea, who is famous for his "fisherman swing." When taking a shot, his two feet slide, but especially a driver shot with a large swing, the positions of both feet are clearly different from when the address is placed and after the ball is hit. In particular, the Nike logo of the soles of the feet is clearly visible as the left foot is bent and held only the outside of the heel.

It is said that this habit was created when he tried to maximize reaction force when losing to increase flying distance that he lacked in junior grade. He boasts an average slugging capability of 30 to 10 yards, but his shots are less consistent. However, Iron shots that move less frequently are the most accurate. The secret is to increase the accuracy of impact moments by reducing caulking of the wrist and making back swing simple.

Scheffler has been performing overwhelmingly as much as Tiger Woods in his prime, winning three games including the Masters this season.

When Woods was in his prime, there was a completely different reaction from the back-to-back swing pictorials posted around the world at golf courses. Famous coaches in the U.S. say that Schaeffler's swing is an "unteachable swing" and that "amateurs should not follow suit because they might hurt themselves." Rory McIlroy of Northern Island, who recommends swing coaches to follow suit, is also seen failing to achieve a career grand slam as he has yet to win a Masters title. The PGA Tour posted a video comparing the swings of both Schaeffler and Choi Ho-sung on its website last month, and many said they looked exactly like him. "I think it's a very unique swing," Choi said, but added, "It's probably the best swing for Schaeffler in that it has a consistent impact."