WITB: Angel Hidalgo defeated Jon Rahm with clubs from Cobra, TaylorMade and Ping. (Source: Getty)
In a thrilling play-off on the DP World Tour, Angel Hidalgo came out on top against his favorite compatriot Jon Rahm. At the home match in Madrid, Hidalgo and Rahm were tied on 14 under par after four rounds. In the subsequent play-off on the 18th hole, Hidalgo confidently scored a birdie while Jon Rahm recorded a par. The Puma athlete mainly used Cobra clubs for his victory, but Ping and TaylorMade can also be found in the bag of the newly crowned Open de Espana winner.
Lydia Ko celebrates her third LPGA win at the Kroger Queen City Championship. (Photo: Getty)
Lydia Ko extends her winning streak with a stunning performance at the Kroger Queen City Championship, capturing her third title in four starts. Following her recent AIG Women’s Open victory, Ko delivered an impressive final round of 63, solidifying her place as one of the game’s greatest talents in a remarkable 2024 season.
Ecco Golf and Lydia Ko: A Winning Partnership
ECCO GOLF ambassador, Lydia Ko, continued her hot streak this weekend at the Kroger Queen City Championship on the LPGA Tour in her first tournament since claiming her maiden AIG Women’s Open title last month.
Ko, wearing Ecco Golf Tray, shot a scintillating final round 63, coming home in just 30 shots to take home her third win in her last four starts.
Ko’s 22nd LPGA Tour victory rounds off what has been an incredible 2024 season for the Kiwi, following her Olympic Gold Medal and triumph at the AIG Women’s Open during the month of August.
Lydia Ko Shines at Kroger Queen City Championship
“It’s been pretty surreal. You know, I had the most unbelievable three weeks in Europe, and after having another three weeks off you’re not entirely sure what it’s going to be like,” Ko said.
“I started off this event really strong, playing well the first couple days. I kind of hung in there yesterday and I said I know the other girls aren’t going to play bad golf, so I just have to try and play even better golf. To have a round like this to cap off a win is pretty special.”
Timo Vollrath, Head of Global Marketing at Ecco Golf, commented Ko’s latest: “Lydia continues to prove that she is one of the game’s greatest – she makes a habit of winning and for us, it is brilliant to watch.
“It is a pleasure to work with Lydia, and to witness her journey in recent years has been a thrill. This streak of performances will go down as one the very best of all time, and we can’t wait to see what happens next!”
In addition to Lydia Ko, Ecco Golf shoes are worn in competition around the world by Esther Henseleit, Nanna Koerstz Madsen, Erik van Rooyen, Henrik Stenson, Freddy Schott, Thomas Bjørn, Janet Lin, Rick Shiels and Erik Anders Lang among others. For further information about Ecco Golf, please visit golf.ecco.com.
WITB: Billy Horschel at the BMW PGA Championship 2024 (Photo: Getty)
The BMW PGA Championship 2024 kept things exciting right up to the last shot. In the end, Billy Horschel prevailed in a triple play-off against Thriston Lawrence and Rory McIlroy to celebrate his second victory in one of the DP World Tour’s most prestigious tournaments after 2021. With the exception of a PING putter, Horschel relied on Titleist equipment.
WITB: Billy Horschel at the BMW PGA Championship 2024
Jon Rahms WITB for the Masters Tournament 2024. (Image: Getty)
Another win for Jon Rahm at the LIV Tour. In Chicago Rahm captured the victory with a three shot lead in front of Sergio Garcia and Joaquin Niemann. The Spaniard thus crowned his debut season on the tour. with the “Individual Champion” title. In his golfbag is an array of old and new club from his longterm partner Callaway. With the new Ai Smoke series and the Chrome Soft golf ball Rahm trusts the 2024 innovations coming from Callaway as well.
Big Max has unveiled new products for the fall 2024 golf season. (Source: Getty)
Big Max has unveiled new products for September 2024, ensuring you are well-equipped for your autumn rounds. The right golf equipment can make all the difference. The latest products from Big Max and Zoom set new standards in terms of lightness, comfort, and functionality. Here’s an overview of some of the most exciting new items in the golf world.
Big Max: Two New Bags for Autumn
DRI LITE FEATHER – Ultra-Light Design for Maximum Comfort
The DRI LITE Feather Stand Bag impresses with its ultra-light design, especially appealing to golfers who value comfort and functionality. Weighing only 1.6 kg and made from lightweight nylon, this bag is barely noticeable on the shoulder. Despite its light weight, it offers ample storage space for equipment and personal items with its 5-way full-length divider and six water-resistant pockets. With the Leg Lock system and a trolley-compatible base, the bag is perfect not only for carrying but also for use on a golf cart.
The new feather-light golf bag from Big Max (Source: Big Max)
DRI LITE SEVEN G – Compact Lightness for a Quick Round
The DRI LITE Seven G is the ideal choice for golfers looking for a quick 9-hole round or a short practice session without sacrificing functionality. Despite its compact size, it provides ample space to store all the essentials. The winter top and four storage compartments are well-suited to the needs of golfers who play even in wet conditions. Water-resistant materials and zippers keep your equipment dry. Weighing 2.0 kg, it is slightly heavier than the Feather but remains light and comfortable to carry.
Optimally equipped for the fall. (Source: Big Max)
Precision at Every Distance
With the ZOOM Focus Tour, measuring distances becomes effortless. This premium rangefinder features a compact, elegant design and is incredibly easy to use. The device accurately measures distances up to 800 meters and offers brilliant optical clarity, thanks to its 7.5° field of view and 6x magnification. Practical functions like target vibration mode and the slope function, which can be disabled for tournaments, make the ZOOM Focus Tour an essential companion on the course. With an excellent price-performance ratio, this device is one of the top contenders in its category.
High-precision measuring. (Source: Big Max)
Protection from Wet Autumn Weather
The AQUA UV Umbrella is the perfect companion for both rain and sun. With a diameter of 132 cm, the umbrella provides generous coverage, while its special UV coating (50+) offers excellent protection from harmful sun rays. The automatic opening function allows for quick and easy handling, and the soft grip ensures maximum comfort. This umbrella is available in six different colors and comes with an included fabric cover for easy storage.
Perfect protection in any weather. (Source: Big Max)
The Englishman currently uses the Ping G430 LST driver (10.5˚). With the Ping model, he finished twelfth in the “Strokes Gained: Off the Tee” statistics at the European Masters and eighth in driving accuracy. With the Qi10 Tour (16.5˚), he also has a TaylorMade club in his bag as a fairway wood. For the hybrid, Wallace currently relies on the TSR2 (18˚) from Titleist. The fourth brand in the 34-year-old’s bag is Callaway. From the 4-iron to the 9-iron, he relies on the Callaway X Forged CB model. The rest of the golf bag is filled with Titleist clubs. Wallace plays the Titleist Vokey SM10’s wedges with 46, 50 and 54 degrees of loft and the SM10-WW Proto model with 60 degrees of loft. The Titleist Scotty Cameron Tour Only T-9 putter and Titleist Pro V1 X-balls (2023) complete the set.
Matt Wallace, currently in 73rd place in the world rankings, improved to 22nd place in the Race to Dubai with his victory at the traditional tournament in Crans Montana. He is therefore currently safely in the top 50 of the season rankings. The top 50 players are allowed to compete at the DP World Tour Championship in November.
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Callaway AW24 Collection: Style Meets Performance On and Off the Course (Photos: Callaway)
Callaway has unveiled its Autumn/Winter 2024 collection for men and women, showcasing designs that prioritize comfort and functionality, even in challenging weather conditions.
Across both the men’s and women’s collections, Callaway has incorporated a series of technologies aimed at enhancing performance on the golf course. PrimaLoft® insulation is engineered to provide warmth without adding extra bulk, while Singtex® Stormfleece™ offers lightweight protection against the wind. Additionally, Nanotex Aquapel® technology delivers eco-friendly water repellency, making the garments ideal for wet weather.
Thermal Performance for Women by Callaway
The collection features a wide range of layering options, including wind jackets, vests, and fleeces. With the inclusion of lightweight materials, such as WeatherSeries™ layering and PrimaLoft® insulation, the garments are designed to protect golfers from cold, wind, and rain.
A standout item is the Chev PrimaLoft Vest, available in the new rumba red color. It features PrimaLoft® fill for warmth and a Chev-patterned quilt.
Chev PrimaLoft Vest in rumba red. (Photo: Callaway)
Other key pieces include the Insulated Jacket with Sherpa Fleece lining and the StormLite Liberty Rain Suit, designed for optimal waterproof performance.
Callaway uses its Swing-Tech® Technology to ensure unrestricted movement during play, making this collection both functional and stylish for female golfers.
Advanced Weather Protection for Men
For men, Callaway’s Autumn/Winter 2024 collection offers a range of garments built to combat all weather conditions on the golf course. This collection is built around Callaway’s WeatherSeries™ products, which include wind jackets, vests, and fleeces that offer protection from cold, wind, and rain. Key technologies such as PrimaLoft® insulation, Singtex® Stormfleece™, and Nanotex Aquapel® are supposed to ensure warmth, breathability, and water repellency.
The new Callaway Sherpa Vest. (Photo: Callaway)
Callaway introduces its new Sherpa Vest, as both wind and water-resistant, while the StormLite II Waterproof Rain Suit will provide protection during wet conditions. The thermal Hex Fleece is another collection staple, utilizing Callaway’s Opti-Dri™ moisture-wicking technology for added comfort.
The StormLite II Waterproof Rain Jacket. (Photo: Callaway)
Keegan Bradley WITB: Ryder Cup captains wins with mixed set. (Source: Getty)
Keegan Bradley won the BMW Championship with a mixed set of clubs. The Ryder Cup captain supplemented his iron set from the Japanese brand Srixon with a hybrid from Callaway, a 3-wood from TaylorMade and a driver from Ping. An Odyssey club was used as the putter. Bradley’s victory in Colorado not only secured him a hefty prize purse, but also vaulted him into the top 5 of the FedExCup rankings and secured his participation in the Tour Championship at East Lake. “I’m a little shocked because this time a week ago I didn’t think I’d be coming here,” Bradley said. He had barely slipped into the BMW Championship field in 50th place in the FedExCup rankings. “A lot of magical things had to happen for me to play in this tournament, and when I got here I was so grateful just to be here. I’ve been playing very steady all week, which is not normal for me.”
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The new TaylorMade Kalea Gold womens clubs. (Image: TaylorMade)
TaylorMade has taken a further step in the development of golf clubs specifically for women with the introduction of the new Kalea Gold line. The Kalea Gold irons are part of this new premium line characterised by innovative technology and elegant design, according to TaylorMade. The clubs were designed by women for women and are intended to help players of all abilities improve their golf game.
The Kalea Gold irons are the result of a comprehensive development process in which TaylorMade involved a wide range of groups, playing strengths and types. This included the TaylorMade Women’s Advisory Board, which is made up of female golf professionals from different areas of the industry. This group, along with other test panels and feedback from users of the previous model, Kalea Premier, helped to accurately identify the needs and preferences of female golfers. A particular focus was placed on the appearance and performance of the clubs. The Kalea Gold family focuses on elegant colours such as white, blue and gold, a deliberate departure from the pastel shades often used for women’s clubs. The club heads of the irons are slim and modern in design, with a thinner topline that offers a clear, clean look in play.
Image: TaylorMade
TaylorMade Kalea Gold: Optics and performance should go hand in hand
The Kalea Gold Driver utilises the Carbonwood™ construction which allows the mass to be strategically placed in the club head. This optimises energy transfer, increases launch angle and maximises distance while ensuring a high level of forgiveness and stability.
The fairway woods and rescue clubs in the line are also equipped with the latest technologies. The Speed Pocket™ and Inverted Cone Face technology minimise miss-hits on off-centre shots. In addition, the ultra-light carbon construction ensures better launch conditions and higher ball speeds.
TaylorMade Kalea Gold irons: Maximum performance in a new design
Technologically, the Kalea Gold irons are characterised by several features that are designed for maximum performance. They utilise the Cap Back™ design in combination with Speed Pocket™ technology to optimise ball launch and forgiveness. The irons also feature an ECHO® Damper for improved sound and feel. The club faces are specially designed to enable higher ball speeds, which should lead to more length.
Another feature of the Kalea Gold irons is their increased loft option compared to the previous Kalea Premier version. This should better cover the gaps between the different clubs in the set and help players to achieve a consistent trajectory. In addition, the irons have a progressive upright lie angle, which supports a slight draw bias and should therefore help against the slice.
The Kalea Gold irons are not only suitable for beginners, but also for advanced golfers looking for a powerful club that will help them take their game to the next level. TaylorMade offers the irons with customisation options so players can tailor their clubs perfectly to their needs.
The Kalea Gold clubs will be available to pre-order from 20 August 2024 and will be available in stores from 6 September 2024. The prices for the individual clubs are in the premium segment: the driver costs £449 / EURO 599, fairway woods £249 / EURO 329, rescue clubs £199 / EURO 269, irons £122 / EURO 165 per iron and the putter £249 / EURO 329.
Galvin Green unveils its stretchiest ever jackets in multiple colours and sizes. (Photos: Galvin Green)
The latest hi-tech golf apparel collection being introduced today by premium brand Galvin Green includes the most innovative rain gear line-up headlined by a new fully waterproof PFC-free fabric offering a super soft feel and best-in-class stretch designed specifically with serious golfers in mind. The new Part Two range of fully waterproof jackets and pants is spearheaded by four pieces crafted from the highly breathable Pertex® Shield Stretch fabric in a long-lasting three-layer construction, which includes the brand’s stretchiest ever jackets – the AMES and AMY for men and women golfers respectively. The brand also maintains an impressive selection of award-winning jackets and pants in GORE-TEX fabrics in an extended DRYVR™ waterproof collection comprised of a total of 21 garments for men, women and juniors in multiple size options, supported by a wide range of layering pieces to provide protection and comfort when playing in a variety of demanding weather conditions.
“We’ve been a pioneer in golf waterproofs for more than 30 years and this marks another landmark innovation in the sector,” said CEO Nicholai Stein. “Working closely with Pertex® and through rigorous testing, we’ve ensured the advanced fabric performs to our exceptionally high standards and are delighted to welcome it into our market-leading DRYVR™ product range,” he added. Introduced as part of a drive towards greater environmental responsibility as outlined in the recent Sustainability Review, the bluesign® approved Pertex® Shield Stretch fabric is constructed with an advanced Hydrophilic polyurethane membrane that protects the wearer from the rain and disperses surface water quickly at the same time. Its lightweight nature and superior stretch capabilities make it an appealing option for avid golfers seeking 100% waterproof and windproof protection without hindering the swing.
Jacket “Ames” by Galvin Green. (Photo: Galvin Green)
Available in sizes ranging up to 5XL, the men’s DRYVR™ range comprises 10 waterproof jackets and three pants. The all-new AMES full-zip jacket comes in six eye-catching colours and headlines the top-quality line-up delivering impressive stretch and freedom of movement. The design features Pertex® Shield Stretch technology with a smooth ‘slide and glide’ interior; front pockets to keep hands dry; chest width tabs for extra comfort and protection; plus adjustable cuffs and shaped sleeves for the perfect fit and easy movement. The matching ALAN waterproof pant is made from the same super stretchy fabric and is available in up to 17 different size options across waist and leg lengths. It comes in Navy, Black and Cool Grey and incorporates an elasticated waist and drawstring; front pockets with fleece lining for added warmth and a back pocket; plus an adjustable leg width at the hem.
Jacket “Lex” in different colours. (Photo: Galvin Green)
The popular AMOS full-zip hooded jacket in GORE-TEX C-knit™ fabric with a smooth slide and glide interior is now available in Black as well as Navy and Sharkskin, while the feature-packed ALISTER is carried forward due to its best-in-class performance capabilities using super technical materials. A new line is the waterproof ANTON jacket with a lightweight mesh lining and front and inside pockets. The versatile LYNDON jacket is a new addition in the men’s INTERFACE-1™ range providing windproof and water repellency. Available in four colours, it is complemented by the stylish LEX short-sleeve jacket with a stripe motif across the chest, plus the popular LAYTON in a new Cool Grey/Navy option.
The new DOUGLAS half-zip INSULA™ sweater features additional Thermore® padding across the chest and back to deliver top warmth in the coldest weather conditions. Available in two striking colours, it is complemented by the DONNIE hoodie with a spacious front pocket and sporty DAVE half-zip in as many as six colour combinations including the striking Alaskan Blue/Navy, Navy/Red and Black/Atlantis Green styles. Incorporating an all-over pattern inspired by the Dopamine structure, the men’s VENTIL8™ PLUS shirt range is led by the futuristic MANNIX in up to six distinctive colourways, including a standout Cool Grey/Coral option. One of 12 shirt styles, it is accompanied by the sophisticated MILLER and MACOY designs offering an ultra-modern look. The NOX pant is the brand’s first ever jogger style trouser to provide advanced mechanical stretch and top breathability in a super modern design.
Shirt “Mannix” by Galvin Green. (Photo: Galvin Green)
Women golfers can choose from three waterproof jackets in the DRYVR™ collection in sizes up to XXL, plus two pairs of pants. The elegant AMY jacket in Pertex® Shield Stretch fabric comes in three refreshing colours, including a refreshing Alaskan Blue/White combination, and incorporates similar performance-enhancing features as the men’s equivalent in a sleeker eye-catching silhouette. The matching ANGIE pant in the stretchy Pertex® fabric is available in waist sizes from XS up to XXL, plus short and regular leg lengths to complete the ultimate rainsuit for women golfers.
Hoodie “Denise” by Galvin Green. (Photo: Galvin Green)
A super vibrant Camelia Rose colourway headlines the women’s INTERFACE-1™ range led by the dazzling LEORA jacket offering extra warmth via Thermore® padding. It is complemented by the chic LUCILLE vest in a similar diamond look design and the popular LARISSA full-zip jacket in a wide range of size and colour options, plus the versatile LEVANA pant. The stylish DENISE hoodie in three bright colours enhances the women’s INSULA™ range to provide ultimate comfort in colder weather. The ultra-warm DARLENA full-zip sweater and eco-generation DOLLY half-zip are carried over for women golfers seeking a premium and sustainable layering piece. Offering a supremely bold look, the MINNIE sleeveless shirt incorporates a free-flowing DNA helix pattern to deliver a distinctive 3D optical illusion. It pairs well with the MARSHA skort and NICOLINE leggings, designed to be worn both on and off the course, while the soft and comfortable NELLIE trouser is another all-new garment for women golfers to get excited about. The brand new patterned MANDY shirt in highly breathable VENTIL8 PLUS fabric offers UV 20+ protection and comes in three attractive colourways.
Sleeveless shirt “Minnie” by Galvin Green. (Photo: Galvin Green)
The junior collection is bolstered with the addition of the Golf Green and Blue/Navy colours on the popular ROBERT GORE-TEX jacket, while the new RICO INSULA™ hoodie and DNA print ROCCO shirt in VENTIL8™ PLUS fabric are the other new garments aimed at golfers aged nine to 15. Written by Galvin Green
