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Bryson DeChambeau says he’ll play the Masters with a 5-iron he designed and 3D-printed himself, continuing his DIY, high-tech approach to clubs. The iron is part of a broader self-built set that includes other 3D-printed irons (Avoda-based) and wedges, with DeChambeau claiming the new irons are ready and an improvement over his current setup, though there’s no confirmed USGA approval and no named manufacturer yet.
Tommy Fleetwood says his TaylorMade Qi10 9-wood is the key to his Masters bid at Augusta, using it as a strategic alternative to driver on select holes and to reach key par-5s and long par-3s, as he chases his first major after a 2024 T3 at Augusta.
Scotty Cameron has launched new OC (Onset Center) low-torque putters, including the Phantom 11R OC and Studio Style Fastback OC, designed to minimize face rotation and promote a square-to-the-path delivery while maintaining feel and feedback. These models feature shaft placement set back from the leading edge, tour-proven head shapes, chain-link face milling, and customizable loft and lie angles, with availability starting November 14 at $549.
Peter Malnati's strategic approach to his golf equipment, including a blended set of Titleist irons and a forward-thinking mindset of treating each club as an individual tool, played a significant role in his recent win at the Valspar Championship. His decision to incorporate a T150 5-iron into his bag this season proved crucial, as it provided the height and forgiveness he sought, ultimately leading to a pivotal birdie on the 17th hole. Malnati's deliberate approach to club selection and understanding of their specific capabilities offers valuable insight for golf enthusiasts looking to optimize their game.
Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp saw its stock soar after a report suggested it was exploring a sale of its golf-equipment arm, potentially valued at nearly $3 billion, with a South Korean investor among the interested parties, but the company refuted the report, stating it was unaware of any talks to sell the business.
Graphite Design introduces the Tour AD VF shaft, a mid/low launch and low spin option with a smooth feel. The VF shaft features a firm+ handle section, a stiff midsection, and a very stiff tip, providing stability and consistency. It is gaining traction on professional tours and is suitable for players looking for a low-launching shaft. In other golf news, a limited edition Ping PLD Anser putter from the 1988 Open Championship is up for sale, and Su Oh's bag includes Callaway clubs and Ping wedges.
One person has died and 10 are missing after a fire and explosion at a golf equipment factory in Pingtung, Taiwan. The deceased and three of the missing are firefighters, while nearly 100 people have been injured and taken to the hospital.
Brooks Koepka, fresh off his PGA Championship win, had equipment issues during his return to tournament play at the LIV Golf debut in Virginia. Koepka noticed a crack in his driver on the sixth hole and was not allowed to replace it until it sustained more damage. Despite the setback, Koepka finished even-par 72 for the day. He has been enjoying his post-PGA win life, attending NHL and NBA playoff games.
Sam Burns won the 2023 WGC-Dell Match Play with a Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond S driver, Callaway Apex TCB irons, and Callaway MD5 Jaws Raw wedges. He also used a Titleist Pro V1 ball and an Odyssey O-Works #7S Black putter.