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Tiger Woods, a well-known and accomplished golfer, has made a significant change in his equipment for the U.S. Open tournament. In the past, Woods has typically used a 5-wood, but this time he has opted for a 2-iron instead. This change is noticeable as Woods has been consistently using a 5-wood throughout recent years. The choice to switch to a 2-iron for this tournament suggests that Woods is adapting his equipment to fit the specific challenges presented by the course at Pinehurst No. 2. Throughout 2024, Woods has been utilizing a mixed set of irons, including a TaylorMade P770 3-iron…
Callaway has introduced the Paradym Ai Smoke Ti 340 Mini driver, priced at $449.99, which is designed for golfers who typically only use their 3-wood off the tee and want an alternative to their driver. With a forged titanium face and chassis, carbon fiber crown, movable sole weights, and adjustable hosel, this club offers extra control and shot-shaping without sacrificing distance. It will be available starting June 27, making it a desirable option for players looking to improve their tee shots. Analyzing data has shown that many golfers primarily use their 3-wood off the tee, especially on holes where using…
The 2024 U.S. Open is set to take place at Pinehurst No. 2 in North Carolina, a historic golf course that has hosted the tournament three times before. The field will consist of 156 of the best golfers in the world, with only the top 60 and ties making it through to the weekend. The course is a par-70 layout measuring 7,588 yards, featuring Bermudagrass fairways and greens. The article provides a list of past U.S. Open winners, highlighting the recent champions and their scores. It also mentions the use of the Rabbit Hole by Betsperts Golf data engine to…
In 2023, Ping launched a new line of putters simply referred to as “New Ping Putters.” This line was expanded in May 2024 with the addition of six more models, including the Ketsch G mallet putter. The Ketsch G is designed to be one of the most forgiving putters in the Ping lineup, with a large footprint and a design that sets it apart from the other models. Despite being part of the same line, the Ketsch G and the Anser D putters are completely different in terms of looks, style, and branding. As a self-proclaimed Ping putter obsessive with…
As the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 approaches, the focus has shifted from off-course drama to the actual competition. In the past two years, the golf world has been abuzz with discussions about the future of professional golf, particularly with the emergence of new leagues like LIV Golf. However, with several majors having already featured players from both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, the tension between the two sides seems to have dissipated. Now, the question arises whether separate exemption criteria will be established to ensure that deserving LIV golfers have the opportunity to compete in major…
Callaway is set to launch its new Paradym AI Smoke Ti 340 Mini Driver, a backup tee-shot club that offers elite men’s golfers a compact, shorter-shafted, but consistently hot-faced alternative to traditional drivers. The Mini Driver features a combination of titanium face and carbon composite construction, allowing for trajectory customization with front and back sole weights in a 340cc volume. Callaway’s AI-derived, variable face thickness pattern is designed for better distance and dispersion, based on expected impact patterns and downrange consistency. The Paradym AI Smoke Ti 340 Mini Driver is priced at $450 and is available for pre-sale, with a…
When looking at the most difficult hole at Pinehurst No. 2 for the 2024 U.S. Open, recent history indicates that it may not be the long par 4s that cause the most trouble for players. Instead, the par 3 No. 6, listed as 228 yards on the USGA’s official scorecard, could easily take the top spot once again. In the 2014 U.S. Open, the sixth hole played to an average of 3.374, making it the most difficult hole in relation to par, surpassing even the challenging No. 16. No. 16, a 536-yard par 4 in the U.S. Open but normally…
If you are a fan of intricate wedge stamping on the PGA Tour, then you are in for a treat as we showcase some of the finest examples we spotted over the past couple of weeks. From Patrick Reed’s traditional first and last initials stamping to Tyler Duncan’s personalized note about head weight on his Vokey SM10 wedge, we have it all covered. Cam Smith’s jet black Vokey SM10 and Jason Dufner’s initials stamped Cobra SB wedge are also highlighted in our collection. Lee Hodges adds a twist to the traditional stamping by surrounding his initials with “RTR,” representing his…