Rory McIlroy tests new TaylorMade irons at the start of the year. Could he be changing his entire iron set for the first time since 2017?
Following a dream year in 2025, Rory McIlroy is already focused on maintaining his success in the coming year. The 36-year-old is testing a new set of irons at the TGL. Last year, he switched his driver and golf balls, and now another significant change might be underway.
TaylorMade P7CB Instead of Rors Proto
Since 2017, McIlroy has used TaylorMade Rors Proto irons, but at the Crown Australian Open, he switched his 4- to 6-irons to TaylorMade P7CBs. It appears the rest of the set may follow, as shortly before his game 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 currently working on?’ The 36-year-old answered, ‘I’m trying out a new iron set that I’m very excited about.’
Shortly after the video release, Boston Common played their TGL season opener against the Los Angeles Golf Club and won. McIlroy used TaylorMade P7CB irons from 4 to 9 while keeping the Project X 7.0 shaft. The P7CB irons are more forgiving than his previous Rors Proto clubs and give him more leeway 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 will be the first time the five-time major winner does not use blade irons in his set.
Rory McIlroy to Make His Debut in Dubai
McIlroy will officially start his season at the Dubai Invitational from January 15 to 18, providing a clearer look at his bag and iron choices for the upcoming year.
His new TaylorMade Qi4D driver and fairway woods are expected to remain in his bag next year, following their debut use at the HSBC Championship in November.