Rory McIlroy tests new TaylorMade irons at the start of the year. Is he changing his entire iron set for the first time since 2017?
After a dream year in 2025, Rory McIlroy is already focused on making next year just as successful. One potential change is in the 36-year-old’s club selection, as he is testing a new set of irons at the TGL. Having already changed his driver and golf balls last year, this could be the next significant update.
TaylorMade P7CB Replacing Rors Proto
Since 2017, McIlroy has used TaylorMade’s Rors Proto irons, but at the Crown Australian Open he switched his 4 to 6 irons to the TaylorMade P7CBs. It now appears the rest of the set may follow, as before his match at Boston Common Golf Club in early 2026, his TGL team released a video where McIlroy was asked, ‘What is the most important thing you’re working on right now?’ To which the 36-year-old replied, ‘I’m currently trying out a new iron set, which I’m really excited about.’
Shortly after the video release, Boston Common competed in their TGL opening game against the Los Angeles Golf Club, securing a win. McIlroy used the TaylorMade P7CB irons from 4 to 9 while continuing with Project X 7.0 shafts. The P7CB irons are more forgiving than his previous Rors Proto irons, offering greater versatility in his shots.
Whether this will be 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 champion does not use blade irons in his set.
Rory McIlroy to Start Season in Dubai
McIlroy’s official season kickoff is set for the Dubai Invitational from January 15 to 18, which will provide further insight into his bag and iron choices for the upcoming year.
His new TaylorMade Qi4D driver and fairway woods are expected to remain in his bag after their debut at the HSBC Championship last November.