An in-depth look at Adam Scott’s swing evolution

Although Adam Scott had a tough Sunday at Oakmont, it was still a heck of a week for the Aussie at the U.S. Open. Even at 44 years old, he proved he’s still got plenty left in the tank.

Renowned for his flawless swing mechanics, Scott credited his driver as the catalyst behind his strong performance last week. That got me thinking: how closely does his current form resemble the swing that led him to his last major victory?

After a quick comparison, a few key differences stood out between his current swing and the one that helped him win the 2013 Masters — specifically, his posture and the path of his backswing.

Let’s take a closer look at how these changes have influenced his swing and performance.

Address

Today, Scott sets up with a more forward posture, that’s more tilted toward the ball compared to the more upright stance he used in 2013. His upper body is less vertical, and his lower lumbar bend is softer. This subtle but significant static change alters his swing plane and pivot, positioning both slightly lower than in his major-winning form.

Posture at address plays a crucial role in determining how a player pivots and how their arms and club move through the swing. 

Backswing

In 2013, Scott stood taller, which promoted a more level shoulder turn and greater lateral movement into the trail leg (right leg for a right-handed player like Scott). His arms lifted more up in the backswing. Textbook Scott during the Masters.

In contrast, his 2025 U.S. Open posture is more forward-leaning. Allowing him to create a more centered pivot, with his arms swinging more around his body than straight up. You can see the change above, notice the path his club travels on in the backswing. In 2013, his swing was more upright. Today, the shaft and arms stay more across his chest. This neutral track encourages more body rotation in the swing — a perfect match for Scott’s legendary motion. 

Another notable change: Scott’s left arm and right elbow are both slightly lower. Yet, he maintains his stellar grip and clubface alignment. From here, it’s classic Scott. 

Downswing

Scott’s delivery position is elite. Perhaps the best in the world. He maintains his posture, shifts to his lead side, and opens his lower body. Legendary. 

It’s also worth noting the exit of his swing is perfectly on plane. His driver shaft is barely over the lead shoulder, which indicates a neutral path — exactly what you want. 

If you’re looking for a swing to model, this is the move to copy. It’s remarkable how such a subtle change in posture has helped Scott refine his form, remain competitive and contend for another major title in his 40s.