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When it comes to legendary sports moments in movies, you’d be rivaled to find one more famously imitated than the Happy Gilmore golf swing. The swing—originally made famous by Adam Sandler’s character, Happy Gilmore—goes against all golf fundamentals and techniques, which is part of its appeal. Chances are good that you’ve not only seen someone trying to replicate the swing on a course or at a range, but you’ve likely tried to mimic it yourself.

That swing, along with countless quotable lines from the original 1996 movie, like “Just tap it in. Give it a little tappy, tap, tap, taparoo”; “Why don’t you just go home? That’s your home! Are you too good for your home?”; “It’s all in the hips”; “Somebody’s closer”; and “Happy learned how to putt…uh oh!”—all of which are incredibly relatable for anyone who plays golf—are among the many reasons why Happy Gilmore has become such an iconic movie. The film features ex-hockey player, Happy Gilmore, who, despite being basically the antithesis of a golfer, discovers he’s quite good at the sport. When Happy finds out his grandmother is losing her home, to get enough money to buy it back for her, Happy enters a golf tournament, and the chaos that ensues is comedic beauty. 

That’s why, when it was announced in May 2024 that Netflix would be releasing Happy Gilmore 2 in 2025, the news was big! Golf and comedy fans alike were excited to see this story come to life for a second time. And as more information came out about the movie, it was revealed that the sequel would feature a handful of current professional golfers, including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Jordan Speith, Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa and many, many more.

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“It’s pretty surreal,” says Morikawa. “To be a part of this second movie is something that I never would have thought about, and it’s, you know— what an honor! Twenty years down the road, you’re going to be able to tell the kids you have a cool part of this iconic thing.” We have news for you, Collin— if the prequel achieves the same level of fame as the first film, it’s likely that you won’t even have to explain to your kids—they’ll already know!

Filming the movie: Happy Gilmore 2

The plot of the second movie: life after Happy won the tour championship. Plauged by heartache and tough times, Happy tries to come out of retirement to help provide for his family.  

Introduction

Shot Scope has introduced the Pro X rangefinder, designed to deliver fast, accurate and reliable yardages in a feature-rich package. It integrates adaptive slope technology, target-lock vibration, an 800-yard range and a built-in cart magnet – all at a competitive price point against premium brands.

Three testers, No3PuttLaLa, jsmongeon, and secondtim45, evaluated the Shot Scope Pro X extensively on the course and at the range. This review explores their insights, covering first impressions, usability, accuracy and real-world reliability to determine if the Pro X earns a place in their bags.

Key highlights from testers

Performance summary

Testers reported:

Quick target acquisition with accurate yardages
Useful slope function, though slightly inconsistent at times
Strong cart magnet for convenient storage
Professional, premium unboxing experience

Key features

Adaptive slope technology for elevation-adjusted distances
Target-lock vibration for confirmation on pin acquisition
800-yard range with 6x magnification
Built-in cart magnet and customizable plate
Lightweight, ergonomic design with anti-slip grip

Overall impressions

All testers agreed the Shot Scope Pro X offers excellent value, intuitive usability and premium aesthetics, with minor areas for improvement in build refinements and slope accuracy consistency.

Tester insights: performance and impressions

First impressions and aesthetics

No3PuttLaLa

“The packaging was professional and did a good job showing off the primary features, like the adaptive slope tech and built-in cart magnet… Mine came with a MyGolfSpy-themed plate, which was a nice surprise and made it feel like something special.”

When I taught golf full-time, the golfers I worked with most often were seniors and juniors. Senior golfers usually have more time to play but suffer from less flexibility, less range of motion and less speed. It’s a frustrating combo, especially when your brain still remembers the swing you used to have.

The good news is you don’t need a full swing overhaul to play better. A few small adjustments can go a long way. These are my four favorite tips for senior golfers. Nothing here is going to rework your swing completely. These are smart little changes that might help something click and make your next round more enjoyable.

Drop your trail foot back for easier rotation

Dropping your trail foot back (right foot for right-handed players) slightly behind your lead foot is one of the simplest setup changes you can make. I use it myself sometimes when hitting long irons because it just leads to better results.

When you drop your trail foot back just slightly, it leads to a naturally closed stance, which helps encourage more hip and shoulder turn, even if you’re somewhat stiff. The club has an easier time travelling more from the inside, and you should see a draw or at least less of a slice.

Bonus Tip: Try flaring both feet out slightly at address. This frees up your hips even more, making it easier to turn back and through.

How to watch the 2025 Wyndham Championship on Thursday at Sedgefield Country Club, including full Wyndham Championship TV coverage.

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How to watch the 2025 AIG Women's Open on Thursday, including full AIG Women's Open TV coverage and streaming info for Round 1.

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An AIG Women's Open preview. Plus, what we know about Amen Corner after striking flooding images show Raes Creek damage. And a few other items.

In an era when long putters have grown commonplace, Canadian pro Philippe Gariepy uses a flatstick that is shorter than some gimmes.

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The PGA Wyndham Championship is back! Will Aaron Rai defend his title? Check out how to watch the action on ESPN now.

The PGA Tour regular season finale can get overlooked. But this year? Job security, playoff spots, $60 mil in bonus money are all at stake.

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Charlie Woods climbed into contention at the Junior PGA Championships in West Lafayette, Ind by carding a 6-under par 66 in second-round play.

Overview

Scottie Scheffler is an American professional golfer known for his dominant performance on the PGA Tour. Born on June 21, 1996, he grew up in Dallas, Texas, and became one of the most consistent and composed players in modern golf.

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Career Highlights

• Turned Pro: 2018

• World No. 1 Ranking: Held the top spot since 2022 for over 150 weeks

• PGA Tour Wins: 17 victories, with more in international events

• Major Championships:

Subpar podcast co-hosts Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz make their favorite bets for the Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club in N.C.

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The caddie carousel we've seen in pro golf this year has been dizzying. But what's behind it, and when will it end?

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From the California coast to the Scottish Highlands and beyond, golf is filled with eye candy, some of it especially sweet.

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'Happy Gilmore 2' had the biggest-ever opening for a Netflix film. Its success, though, is rooted in far more than just the movie itself.

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Bryson DeChambeau was caught complaining about negative hecklers at the LIV Golf UK event during a moment of frustration in a new video.

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This week’s news that L.A.B. Golf is being sold to the private equity firm L.Catteron certainly came as a shock.

However, with a little bit of thought and a slight touch of business understanding, it should come as no surprise. Owner and CEO Sam Hahn and his management team had taken L.A.B. Golf about as far as they could on their own. To get the company to where they believed it could go, they needed a partner.

The decision to partner with (while selling controlling interest to) a private equity firm, however, raises questions and more than a few concerns.

We had that chance to ask Hahn about those questions and those concerns. As you’d expect, Hahn was candid and unfiltered. Here’s what he has to say.

Why sell L.A.B. Golf to private equity?

“I was vehemently opposed to the idea of working with private equity,” Hahn tells MyGolfSpy. “I had the same preconceived notion about them that everybody does.”

We analyzed every golfer who finished in the top 10 of a men’s major championship in 2025 and then looked at the driver they were using. Two brands dominated the field: Titleist and PING. Combined, they accounted for nearly 75 percent of all top-10 finishes in majors this season.

Here’s a closer look at the numbers.

Driver brand percentages (Major top 10s)

Among the golfers who recorded at least one top-10 finish in a major this year, here’s how the driver brands broke down:

Brand	Percentage
Titleist	45.7%
PING	28.6%
Callaway	14.3%
TaylorMade	5.7%
Krank	2.9%
PXG	2.9%

Nearly three out of every four top-10 finishers in majors played a Titleist or PING driver in 2025.

The three most popular driver models

While there was a wide range of models in play, a few drivers stood out for their repeat appearances among top finishers.

Last week, I watched a student of mine hit a perfect drive down the middle, stick his approach to 12 feet, then three-putt for bogey. He looked at me like the golf gods had personally wronged him. But here’s the thing: this wasn’t bad luck. It’s a pattern I see every single week on the course.

You know the feeling. You’re standing over a makeable par putt, feeling confident, then somehow walk away shaking your head at another bogey. It’s maddening because you did everything right to get there. The drive found the fairway, the approach was solid but your scorecard tells a different story.

After teaching for more than two decades, I’ve identified the real culprits behind these momentum-killing bogeys. They’re not swing flaws or equipment issues. They’re mental mistakes that turn routine pars into round-wrecking disasters.

The approach shot that sets you up to fail

Most golfers think just hitting the green equals success. Wrong. Where you hit the green determines everything that follows. And, by the way, let go of your “greens in regulation” ego. The PGA Tour average for GIRs is 12 per round. If you hit seven or eight in 18 holes, you are doing very, very well.

I see players aim straight at pins tucked behind bunkers or cut close to water hazards. They’re so focused on getting close that they overlook the massive downside risk. Miss by three feet in the wrong direction and you’re chipping from sand or worse.

Introduction

The Srixon ZXi driver represents the brand’s commitment to providing premium-level distance, forgiveness and adjustability at a price point more accessible than many competitors. It combines a high MOI chassis with “blistering” ball speeds, promising golfers consistency and control without sacrificing feel.

Tester Tom the Golf Nut, an experienced player with a near-scratch handicap, spent weeks testing the ZXi in real-world conditions. With a current gamer of the Titleist TSi1 – a driver he has trusted for multiple seasons – Tom aimed to evaluate whether Srixon could dethrone one of the most consistent drivers he has ever played.

This comprehensive review covers first impressions, sound and feel, adjustability, launch monitor performance, on-course results and final recommendations, offering a practical lens into how the ZXi performs for a skilled player who values precision and dependability over hype.

Key highlights from tester

Performance summary

Tom found:

Slight but meaningful distance gains over his Titleist TSi1
High launch with consistent, predictable ball flights
Exceptional forgiveness on toe strikes with minimal distance loss
Confidence to swing aggressively without fear of big misses
Adjustability that required experimentation but ultimately delivered results

Key features

According to Srixon, the ZXi offers: