"The Scottie Scheffler move": The secret weapon of a newly promoted Ladies European Tour (LET) player

India's Avani Prashanth has made headlines by earning her spot on the Ladies European Tour (LET) for the 2025 season. Following the conclusion of the Lalla Aicha Q-School in Marrakech, the 18-year-old prodigy attributed part of her success to a move inspired by Scottie Scheffler.

Over the years, the Asian Games star has developed a distinctive move with her feet in her swing. The self-taught unorthodox yet effective technique closely resembles Scheffler's iconic footwork.

Golf Monthly's Garrett Johnston had the pleasure of interviewing the All India Ladies and Amateur winner following her shared 16th-place finish at the Royal Golf Marrakech and Al Maaden Golf courses. Prashanth said (via X @JohnstonGarrett):

"If you see my swing, I have the Scottie Scheffler move. So I've got this jump in my swing and that's where I think I get it [distance] from. No one taught me that. A lot of people have tried to take that out of my swing. But, the coach I work with right now, Laurence Brotheridge, is the only one that's let it stay like that and I think that's what's made the difference."

Prashanth has been under world-renowned golf instructor Laurence Brotheridge's guidance since August 2018. She will take lessons from the United Kingdom-based coach virtually until she gets to be under his wing at the Leadbetter Academy in Florida next year.

Here's a look into the future LET superstar's interview and unique swing (via X @JohnstonGarrett and @LETgolf):

The teenager's journey up the ranks to the LET is a true testament to her determination and self-belief. Her unique ability to adapt and embrace swing traits inspires young golfers all over the world to trust their mechanics.

As one of the youngest players to secure her LET card, Prashanth is now navigating the challenge of balancing her golf career with her education. In the interview with Johnston, she expressed gratitude for the flexibility her high school in India offers with her demanding tournament schedule. Starting next month, she will compete full-time on the Tour.

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Avani Prashanth 2024 Lalla Aicha Q-School LET Results Explored

Avani Prashanth thrived in the competitive environment at the 2024 Lalla Aicha Q-School in Marrakech this week. The Queen Sirikit Cup star tied for 16th place with two other golfers to earn her spot on the Ladies European Tour (LET) for the upcoming season.

The 18-year-old champion fired up an opening-round score of three under par 69 on the par 72 course. Prashanth replicated the score on the second day and went on to card in 73, 71, and 70 over the last three rounds to total an impressive 11 under par.

Here's a look into the rising star's stats over the past week (via LET Golf):

Round 1:

• Score - 69
• Fairways Hit - 8/14
• Greens in Regulation - 15/18
• Total Putts - 31

Round 2:

• Score - 69
• Fairways Hit - 9/14
• Greens in Regulation - 12/18
• Total Putts - 28

Round 3:

• Score - 73
• Fairways Hit - 6/14
• Greens in Regulation - 14/18
• Total Putts - 35

Round 4:

• Score - 71
• Fairways Hit - 12/14
• Greens in Regulation - 12/18
• Total Putts - 29

Round 5:

• Score - 70
• Fairways Hit - 13/14
• Greens in Regulation - 16/18
• Total Putts - 33