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what kind of golf ball does rory mcilroy use

by Prof. Cooper Parisian Jr. Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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TaylorMade TP5X golf ball

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Does Rory McIlroy play for TaylorMade or Nike?

Rory joined Nike Golf in January 2013 in a multi-million dollar deal, playing the brand's clubs, using their ball and wearing their apparel and shoes. When Nike left the golf clubs market in 2016, McIlroy joined TaylorMade for his golf clubs and ball but remained with Nike for his golf clothing and shoes.

Does Rory McIlroy hit it farer with the tp5x?

Yes, McIlroy hits it far, but according to his club and golf ball fitter, he could hit it farther if he wanted to just by switching golf ball models. Keith Sbarbaro, McIlroy’s fitter and VP of Tour Operations at TaylorMade, says McIlroy uses the TaylorMade TP5 golf ball even though the TP5x is longer for him.

What putter does Rory McIlroy use?

McIlroy has been using the Spider X putter for the past couple of seasons and has enjoyed great success with the club. He recently switched from the copper finish model into the Hydro Blast version. What golf ball does Rory McIlroy use?

What golf ball did Rory McIlroy switch to this year?

So, McIlroy switched into the TP5 golf ball, which is softer and offers a bit more spin than the TP5x. Of course, there are some tradeoffs, though.

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Does Rory use TP5 or TP5x?

Rory played the prior generation TP5x in 2018 before switching to TP5 at the end of 2019. He has plenty of pop off the tee, commonly ranking among the Tour's longest hitters.

What golf ball does Jon Rahm use?

Chrome Soft XRahmbo plays Callaway's Tour ball, the Chrome Soft X, and it gives the Spanish superstar the perfect platform to showcase his ball-striking ability as well as his touch around and on the greens.

What ball does Collin Morikawa use?

TP5 golf ballHe also uses a TP5 golf ball (opens in new tab).

What golf ball does Jordan Spieth use?

Titleist Pro V1xJordan Spieth uses the Titleist Pro V1x (2021) golf ball.

What golf ball does Dustin Johnson use?

TaylorMade's TP5x golf ballDustin Johnson uses TaylorMade's TP5x golf ball.

What golf ball does Justin Thomas use?

Justin Thomas' golf bag is full of Titleist gear. From driver and wedges to putter and golf balls, Thomas plays Titleist all the way through.

What golf ball does Matthew Wolff?

TaylorMade TP5 golf ballWolff uses the TaylorMade TP5 golf ball (opens in new tab) which is the same model Collin Morikawa uses.

Do pros use hybrids?

37% of the top 100 PGA Tour pros use a hybrid club and 3% use two. Titleist and Callaway hybrids are the most popular with 11 of the top 100 each using their models while Callaway's Apex hybrid is the most used. The loft on the hybrids used by these pros varies from 15.5 degrees up to 23.5 degrees.

What irons does Rory McIlroy use?

Rory's TaylorMade Rors prototype irons are fitted with Project X Rifle 7.0 shafts. Muscleback blades like TaylorMade P7MB irons provide the sensitive feedback and feel that Rory uses to great acclaim.

What ball does Brooks koepka play?

Srixon Z-Star XV ballKoepka had switched to the Srixon Z-Star XV ball and the ZX7 driver, which he debuted in The Match exhibition he won over Bryson DeChambeau shortly after inking the deal.

What ball does Patrick Cantlay?

Titleist Pro V1xPatrick Cantlay uses the Scotty Cameron Phantom X5 putter and Titleist Pro V1x (2019) golf ball.

What clubs does Collin Morikawa use?

Morikawa has a split set of irons, using three different TaylorMade models in his bag. Firstly he has a TaylorMade P770 4-iron and then from 5-iron to 7-iron uses TaylorMade P7MCs. Finally, he uses a TaylorMade P730 iron in his 8-iron to pitching wedge.

What ball does Brooks koepka play?

Srixon Z-Star XV ballKoepka had switched to the Srixon Z-Star XV ball and the ZX7 driver, which he debuted in The Match exhibition he won over Bryson DeChambeau shortly after inking the deal.

What ball does Xander Schauffele use?

Callaway Chrome Soft X LS golf ballXander Schauffele uses the Callaway Chrome Soft X LS golf ball.

What ball does Scottie Scheffler use?

Titleist Pro V1BALL: Titleist Pro V1 Scheffler has used a Titleist Pro V1 in every PGA Tour event he has played and switched into the current version of the ball before the 2021 Hawaiian Swing.

When did Jon Rahm switch to Callaway?

He joined Team Callaway in 2021, and in his first year on Staff he ascended back to #1 in the OWGR and won his first Major Championship winning the U.S. Open at Torrey Pines.

What putter is Rory using?

Along with the golf club, a stable putter is an essential requirement for a professional golfer. Rory has been using the TaylorMade Spider X Hydro Blast.

What are bionic golf gloves made of?

If you’re looking for professional golf gloves, then check out Bionic StableGrip Gloves at our online store. Made from premium Cabretta Leather, the glove offers great control with a light grip. Furthermore, the material also prevents you from developing calluses or getting blisters during your game.

Is Taylormade a costly club?

The TaylorMade club can be quite costly, so if you are a rookie golfer just starting, you can check our online store for high-quality products at a discounted price.

Rory McIlroy WITB 2021

Fairway woods: TaylorMade SIM (15°, Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 80 TX shaft)

Rory McIlroy WITB 2020

Fairway woods: TaylorMade SIM Max 3-wood (15°, Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 80 TX shaft); TaylorMade SIM 4-wood (18°, Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 80 TX shaft)

Rory McIlroy WITB 2019

Driver: TaylorMade M5 (9° @ 7.5°, Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 70 TX shaft)

What putter does Rory McIlroy use?

McIlroy has been using the Spider X putter for the past couple of seasons and has enjoyed great success with the club. He recently switched from the copper finish model into the Hydro Blast version.

How many times has Rory McIlroy won a PGA Tour event?

RELATED: Rory's new coach fixes your game. It is also the first time McIlroy has won a PGA Tour event three times and sees him jump back into top ten of the Official World Golf Rankings. Let's take a closer look at what's in the bag of four-time Major champion Rory McIlroy.

What shaft does Rory use?

Rory alternates between a second SIM fairway wood (19º set to 18.25º with a Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 90 TX shaft) and the Sim Max Rescue.

When did Rory McIlroy join Nike?

Nike. Rory joined Nike Golf in January 2013 in a multi-million dollar deal, playing the brand's clubs, using their ball and wearing their apparel and shoes. When Nike left the golf clubs market in 2016, McIlroy joined TaylorMade for his golf clubs and ball but remained with Nike for his golf clothing and shoes.

How fast is Rory from the M5?

Rory has gone from 178 mph ball speed to 181 mph moving from his previous M5 to SIM. Remember most speed testing is done at about 105 mph (Rory is at 120mph), so any faster than that, you see bigger gains. It’s like the rich get richer, so Rory is gaining more than most.

Why did Rory stop at the golf course?

Rory insisted on stopping at numerous locations on the golf course to zap yardages before hitting shots into and down wind, and cutting shots into cross winds etc, just to see how the Rescue performed. His interest was piqued during those couple of days.

Why do players use TP5x?

The reason most players initially went with the TP5x ball was because they looked at the decision primarily from a driver standpoint. Players wanted the lowest spinning ball, which is great, but it also spins less with the mid and short irons, so if you’re not a high spin player the ball is going to fly. Rory switched last year and other players have now done the same.

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