But Stewart has improved his physical condition through exercise and the use of a back brace, and this week his classic swing seems particularly smooth.

On the other hand, most of those who do make a smooth and elegant classic swing, with everything falling into the right places, never possess the intangibles to reach the greatest heights.

A classic swing, and a half swing.

For the Midsummer festival and a few other appearances, it will play a special repertory of classic big-band swing, relying on period dance charts.

And where, on a tiled terrace above the 18th green, there is a larger-than-life bronze statue of Hogan completing his classic swing.

Always considered promising because of his length and classic swing, the 27-year-old Love offered proof that his composure and short game are now at the level necessary to win major championships.

He didn't have a classic swing and he seemed so laid-back, so much the, well, regular guy.

Watson isn't a better golfer now than he was in his prime, of course, but just as Snead's classic swing endured, Watson's has, too.

Then, Sam teed off with his classic swing.

With his classic swing appearing particularly fluid, Stewart shot a medal score of even-par 36 on the nine holes Saturday in winds that reached 50 miles an hour.