Rory McIlroy tests new TaylorMade irons to start the year. Will he change his entire iron set for the first time since 2017?
After a dream year in 2025, Rory McIlroy is already focusing on keeping his success going into the new year. A potential change could come in the 36-year-old’s choice of clubs, as he is testing a new set of irons at the TGL. Having already switched his driver and golf balls last year, this could be the next significant update to his equipment.
TaylorMade P7CB Replacing Rors Proto Irons
Since 2017, McIlroy has used TaylorMade Rors Proto irons. However, during the Crown Australian Open, he switched his 4 to 6 irons to the TaylorMade P7CBs. It now appears the rest of his irons may follow, as before his game at Boston Common Golf Club in early 2026, his TGL team released a video asking him, “What is the most important thing you are working on right now?” The 36-year-old replied, “I’m currently trying out a new set of irons that I’m really excited about.”
Shortly after the video, Boston Common won their TGL opening match against the Los Angeles Golf Club, with McIlroy using TaylorMade P7CB irons from 4 to 9 while retaining Project X 7.0 shafts. The P7CB irons are more forgiving compared to his previous Rors Proto blades, offering him greater margin for error.
Whether this represents a permanent switch to the P7CB irons remains to be seen, but it would mark a significant change in McIlroy’s game. It would be the first time the five-time major winner has played without blade irons in his set.
Rory McIlroy to Start Season in Dubai
McIlroy will officially kick off his season at the Dubai Invitational from January 15 to 18, giving a clearer insight into his bag and iron choice for the coming year.
His new TaylorMade Qi4D driver and fairway woods are expected to remain in his bag next year as well, following their debut at the HSBC Championship in November.