When it comes to putting, golfer Spencer Levine’s putting form is a little more unusual than most. It even resembles one of Adam Sandler’s famous movie characters.
While practicing at the Shriner’s Children’s Open on Wednesday, Levine demonstrated a similar putting technique to Happy Gilmore, the character played by Sandler in the 1996 film of the same name. The 38-year-old golfer broke down his new stance and said he’s heard comparisons to Sandler’s character.
“Another man came and went: “What happened to you? Happy Gilmore?” Levine said.
A+ form 💯 pic.twitter.com/5uhYTklDUy
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Levine made the change, putting his recent struggles aside. After trying a variety of split grips on a typical putting club, he found an importer marked Hammy in his father’s garage. According to Levin, the club was designed to be unique. Levin immediately saw results with the new handle.
“I made 11 birdies the first day I used it, so I’ve been using it ever since.”
Levin will show off his skills on Thursday at 11:30 am.
“What’s up Happy Gilmore” 🤣
Spencer Levine breaks down his unique style @Shriners Open pic.twitter.com/vudR79LHLn
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