
Just three weeks after Chris Gotterup won the Bridgestone VS Black Proto, he has now scored the first official win for the new Bridgestone Tour BX Golf ball.
Gotterup is rare in terms of gear, as he is a Bridgestone employee who only uses irons and golf balls. Gotterup sports 220 MB irons, which are the first clubs Bridgestone has released since 2019.
But the company’s main product on the PGA Tour is its golf balls, which it recently updated with a new VeloSurge material to increase ball speed.
Tiger Woods, Bridgestone introduces new Tour B golf ball system
By:
Jack Hirsh
Gotterup, along with Bridgestone employee Jason Day, participated in player testing golf balls and demonstrated an average ball lift of 2.3 mph and 8.7 yards of added distance with the new Tour B golf balls. Tiger Woods also said that he saw the speed of the ball increasing and confirmed that he will use a new ball when he returns to the tournament in 2026.
Gotterup’s other bag includes a Ping G440 LST driver, a TaylorMade mini driver, and TaylorMade MG5 wedges and a Spider Tour X putter. The win now means that three of the first four events of the PGA Tour season have been won by Spider Tour X after Scottie Scheffler won the American Express, joining Gotterup in the season opener at Sony.
Continue reading below for all of Gotterup’s WITB features.
Chris Gotterup’s winning clubs at the 2026 Sony Open
Driver: Ping G440 LST 7.5˚
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Black Smoke RDX 70 TX
PING G440 LST Driver Custom
The G440 family of drivers (MAX, LST, SFT) is designed to deliver more ball speed with a number of improvements, including PING’s deepest CG in a driver to date and a thin, narrow face, while continuing to ensure the game-changing forgiveness expected of a PING driver. The G440 LST (Low Spin) design appeals to players with faster swing speeds, providing lower spin and more control at 9° and 10.5° lofts with a three-position back weight. EXTREMELY FORGIVING Lighter head weight allows for heavier rear weight. FAST FACE Shallow, thin, face increases ball speed for more distance, higher launch. SOUND DESIGN New shape, carbon crown and inner ribs produce a muted feeling of impact. FREE-HOSEL DESIGN Saves weight to lower CG, increasing forgiveness. It allows the face to expand on the heel side for constant ball speed on the face.
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Project X HZRDUS Black Smoke RDX Wood Shaft
To do the best, you must use the best. Project X has partnered with Hexcel, a world leader in composite technology for aerospace and military applications, to use their HexTow® carbon fibers. HexTow® carbon fiber by Hexcel represents the most advanced aerospace grade carbon fiber that delivers high performance in some of the world’s most advanced aircraft. The HZRDUS brand is the distinguishing mark of the aggressive skater, and that legacy is carried forward with the new HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX. Constructed of 100% aerospace materials, the Smoke Black RDX is the first shaft to use Hexcel’s HexTow® HM54 high modulus carbon fiber and combines it with the high tensile strength of HexTow® IM2C carbon fiber to provide the perfect combination of strength and stability desired by the HZRDUS player. The Smoke Black RDX has a stiff midsection and stiff tip section to provide a low launch and low spin shaft designed to match your swing.
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Small driver: TaylorMade BRNR Mini Copper (13.5 degrees)
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Black Smoke RDX 80 TX
TaylorMade R7 Quad Custom Mini Driver
PERFORMANCE FOR TODAY’S PLAYER Inspired by one of the most iconic models in TaylorMade’s history, the R7 Quad Mini Driver pays homage to what has gone before, while creating its own modern equivalent. It’s that modern design that incorporates TaylorMade’s proven technology to give golfers flexibility and playability. R7 QUAD WEIGHTING SYSTEM The new quad weighting system includes four moving weights (13g x2, 4g x2) that provide the ultimate in throw control and shot position control. Forward CG creates an inward plane that is better suited for increasing distance while the rear CG helps prioritize control and ease of use from the desk. The position of the shot can also be fine-tuned to help create a high-quality flight. Additional weights can be purchased for a wider range of adjustability. INFINITY CARBON CROWN The new satin Infinity Carbon Crown has been added to the chassis of the R7 Quad Mini Driver which creates a stunning look while saving weight for better weight development. The cosmetic packaging is clean, beautiful, and inspiring.
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5-wood: TaylorMade Qi35 18.0˚
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana WB 83 TX
TaylorMade Qi35 Custom Fairway Wood
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Irons: Bridgestone 220 MB (4-9)
Shafts: KBS CTaper 130 X
Bridgestone 220 MB Custom Hardware
Fake players muscleback clubhead design Tour Groove Design with ultra-precise .02mm groove for consistent spin on every shot Consistent ball flight from low gravity throughout Compact clubhead set for maximum performance
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Wedges: TaylorMade Milled Grind 5 (46-SB, 52-SB, 56-SB, 60-LB)
Shafts: Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 Black Onyx
TaylorMade Milled Grind 5 Custom Wedge
UNBELIEVABLE FEEL Unbelievable feel is necessary for a good wedge game. The MG5 is made of soft carbon steel and is designed with geometry to provide a great feel with great feedback. MAXIMUM SPIN MG5 uses new, more aggressive grooves designed to maximize spin. The saw-milled grooves produce tight tolerances that allow engineers to create high walls and sharp radii aimed at maximizing casting in both dry and wet conditions. PERFORMANCE IN ALL CONDITIONS Green face with Spin Tread technology channels wicks away moisture to help maintain circulation. In the same way that tire tread helps your car stay connected to the road, laser-encrusted channels redirect water at impact and create more friction between the clubface and golf ball to maintain spin in wet conditions. ART IN CONNECTION Handcrafted and then milled to perfection. Each wedge and sole grind is precision ground to eliminate the natural human error that comes with hand polishing. Our grinding delivers unmatched consistency and professionalism that players can always count on. CHARCOAL FINISH MG5 starts with a fine, polished charcoal finish that reduces glare and improves its aesthetic appeal on the bag.
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Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour X L-Neck
Grip: SuperStroke Zenergy Pistol 2.0
TaylorMade 2025 Spider Tour X Black L-Neck Custom Putter
SPIDER TOUR X L-NECK For nearly two decades Spider putters have delivered the stability and performance of championship success to pros and novices alike. Scottie Scheffler recently joined the group by entering the winner’s circle for his third of four starts with the Spider Tour X L-Neck in the bag. TRUE PATH ALIGNMENT ™ Navigate the greens with clarity using the intuitively designed True Path™ alignment system. This legacy technology from TaylorMade helps you better see the line to the hole while making it easier to point the putter toward your target. WHITE TPU PURE ROLL™ INSERT Experience soft softness with our White TPU Pure Roll™ insert. Designed with a combination of Surlyn and aluminum, it features 45° angle grooves for optimal forward roll and optimal roll characteristics. PRECISION WEIGHTING AND DESIGN The thin underwall and steel frame allow for precise CG placement, creating a superstructure with improved stiffness and forgiveness.
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Football: Bridgestone Tour BX ’26 with MindSet
Bridgestone 2026 Tour BX MindSet Golf Balls
Features: INDIVIDUAL DISTANCE: New VeloSurge core-mantle composite technology delivers faster speed for unmatched distance off the tee TOUR CONTROL: Reactiv iQ cover adheres to the clubface for longer, producing tour-level spin and precision control on shots around the green MindSet is a visual symbol printed directly on the golf ball, which serves as a reminder of a simple three-step process: find the target, visualize think of a way to shoot, focus on the dot.
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Holding: Pride of Golf Z-Grip
Pride of Golf Z Grip
Full thread. Full strength. The ZGrip is designed for golfers looking for more response. Our unique, deep “Z” shape texture and full cotton thread combine to deliver our strongest grip yet. Get maximum response in every shot and confidence in every situation.
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