
Akshay Bhatia is now a three-time PGA Tour winner after defeating Daniel Berger in a playoff at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Interestingly, he has won each of those three events, starting in 2023, with very few changes to his golf bag in that time, including the same driver.
It’s rare for a player to use the same driver on the PGA Tour for five seasons, but Bhatia and his Rogue ST Max LS driver from 2022 seem inseparable at the moment. Bhatia switched to the new Quantum Triple Diamond Max driver at American Express, but returned to his old hope after one event.
Bhatia has a unique, extreme swing and a wide impact clubface, which is one reason he doesn’t change machines often.
His bag is the same as his last win at the 2024 Valero Texas Open, except for the upgrade to Callaway’s new Opus SP wedges last year and an updated version of his Apex TCB irons.
That includes the Callaway Apex UT 22-degree 4-iron replacement, making him the fourth winner this season to have an iron used in that spot in the bag, joining Collin Morikawa, Jacob Bridgeman and Scottie Scheffler. Often, pros replace the 4 iron with an iron that prioritizes maintaining ball speed on mishits and improved high loft.
Bhatia also played the same shafts for all of his wins, including the Fujikura Ventus Black for all of his woods. Fujikura once again dominated the shaft count this week, with 41.2 percent of the 80-man field sporting a Fuji shaft driver, nearly 24 percent more than their nearest competitor.
Read on below for all of Bhatia’s detailed WITB profile.
Akshay Bhatia’s WITB wins the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational
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Driver: Rogue ST Max LS 9.0
Actual Loft: 7.2˚
False: 57˚
OptiFit Setting: -2/N (Stiff Cog)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 7X
Height: 44.875″
Tip: 1″
Swingweight: D3+
Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond Max Custom Driver
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Fujikura Ventus Black Wood Shaft (Previous Version)
The Fujikura Ventus Black uses a Tour-inspired profile and is the first to feature Fujikura’s VeloCore Technology in an accelerated taper, stiffer tip profile. Greater energy transfer from the tip section improves clubhead performance and the straight taper design improves loading and feel. You can buy the Fujikura Ventus Black in the following models: 6, 7, and 8. You can purchase the Fujikura Ventus Black with an adapter sleeve of your choice built to your exact requirements. JOCKEY TIP: The Fujikura Ventus Black is perfect for the player who wants a low launch, low spin shaft that was designed to greatly strengthen the dispersion of shots and increase ball speed especially on off-center shots.
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3-wood: TaylorMade Qi10 15˚
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 8-X
TaylorMade Qi4D Custom Fairway Wood
Proven Recipe TaylorMade Fairways have dominated the Tour for over a decade thanks to their unique recipe for performance, enabling superior distance and flexibility. The Qi4D fairway is designed for golfers who want the most advanced technology while prioritizing flexibility and control with incredible distance. ADJUSTABLE PERFORMANCE Using a single Trajectory Correction System weight (8g x1) gives the golfer the most efficient way to adjust weight for flight, spin and swing. A 4° loft sleeve can be used to adjust loft, lie and face angle for improved flight and is available for all lofts. VERIFIED PERFORMANCES, BIG CHANGES Engineers conduct objective analysis of all aspects of performance and find new ways to improve performance and reliability. Landing points, lie angles, address views, and center of gravity areas were all updated based on tour feedback and the expertise of the world’s leading raters, ensuring the perfect approach for all skill levels. BATOUR-PROOF TECHNOLOGY-New and improved Speed Pocket™ cutter protects ball speed and reduces swing on low-face hits. Advanced CAD modeling creates a clean and powerful sounding design, the foundation of TaylorMade fairway performance. Twist Face™ has an adjustable face curvature designed to deliver straight shots on mishits. Multi-Material Construction allows engineers to increase performance by increasing the weight of choice.
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Utility Wood: Callaway Prototype Apex UW 2021 19˚
Actual Loft: 19˚ @ 17.8˚
False: 57.9˚
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 10-X
Height: 41.5″
Tip: 1.5″
Swingweight: D3
Callaway 2025 Apex Custom Utility Wood
The Apex UW is designed for serious, passionate golfers who want the perfect combination of fairway wood power and hybrid versatility. Designed with tour feedback and loaded with performance technology, it delivers the high, neutral ball flight with control that all players want. TUNGSTEN SPEED WAVE The 41g+ dynamic tungsten wave structure is positioned lower and forward, improving ball speed and launch—especially on low face shots where players tend to lose distance. STEP SOLE DESIGN A redesigned sole with stepped geometry reduces turf interaction, helping to maintain swing speed at impact and promoting more consistent contact across various lies. TRIAXIAL CARBON CARBON Lightweight carbon construction allows for strategic weight redistribution, creating a more forgiving clubhead while optimizing launch and swing control for great shots. TRAVEL-INSPIRED LOOK Designed for input from the world’s best, the compact, refined shape and neutral face angle inspire confidence at address and deliver performance from tee to turf.
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Irons: Callaway X Forged UT (22 degrees), Callaway Apex TCB Raw (5-PW)
Shafts: KBS $-Taper 125 S+
Length: Standard (37″ 7-iron)
Loft progression: 22/26/30/34/38/42/46
Lies: 2 Flat (60˚ 7-Iron)
Callaway Apex TCB 24 Custom Irons
Ever since Xander Schauffele put the TCB bell into the game, his hitting streak has increased year after year. Now in 2024, he’s in the top 5 in the world in championships won, and has won two major championships with the new ’24 TCB Iron. BIG SUCCESS Hoping for ’24 Apex TCB steel, Xander Schauffelewent to win two major championships in the 2024 season. TOUR FEEL Featuring the best of our technology, the ’24 TCB uses a tour cavity 1025 rear body with a 17-4 tuned face for spin and control up and down the bag. Feeling is second to none. Just ask Xander. PRO LOOKS Beautiful raw beauty and overall footwork is exactly what Xander was looking for. With a manageable grip shape, and a short blade length, the TCB ’24 is a golfer’s iron for the discerning golfer.
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Wedges: Callaway Opus SP (50-10S, 54-10S, 60-08C)
Lofts/Grind: 50-10S @ 49˚, 54-10S, 60-08C @ 61˚
Shafts: KBS Hi-Rev 2.0 135 X
Callaway Opus SP Custom Wedge
SPIN POCKET™ CONSTRUCTION Redesigned 2-piece head design reshapes dimensions to optimize CG surfaces. The Spin Pocket redistributes its weight higher, increasing CG, and promoting a lower, more penetrating launch. The result is improved spin and control, especially when you need to take shots or attack tight pins. NEW SPIN GEN 2.0 FACE™ The most advanced face in OPUS history. A new 17° groove angle with tighter height spacing brings edge-to-groove contact for consistent rotation across a variety of lies. Combined with a deep cross-hatch laser pattern across the face, Spin Gen 2.0 produces improved friction for more bite and stopping power on all types of shots. SHAPE 6 – A PROFESSIONAL TOUR HISTORY Trusted by Tour Players for its clean look, and address confidence, the Shape 6 offers precise edge shaping and refined sole geometry. Shape 6 is the 6th and final iteration in the Opus prototype shape category, proven by tour players and major leaguers. The OPUS SP introduces progressive molding to the gap wedges for seamless integration with modern instrument sets—creating a more cohesive setup from top to bottom. IX GRIND – STRICTLY RUNNING THROUGH RUNNING Back by popular demand, the X Grind returns with the OPUS SP. Designed for shooters who want extra bounce for forgiveness, without sacrificing versatility, the X Grind is ideal for players who like to open the face on the green or play in firmer turf conditions. It’s the perfect combination of gaming and performance in a wide range of graphics and situations.
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Putter: Odyssey Jailbird 360 Broomstick DB
Accommodation: 3˚
Height: 50″
Enter: Micohinge
Catching up: SuperStroke Zenergy Split
Odyssey Ai-DUAL 1/2 Ball Jailbird DB Cruiser Custom Putter
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Football: 2024 Callaway Chrome Tour
Callaway 2026 Chrome Tour golf balls
SPEED TECHNOLOGY Revolutionary new Tour Fast Mantle that increases distance with an improved core/layer system. ADVANCED SEAMLESS TOUR AERO® Unbelievable distance and flight consistency on every shot. PRECISION TOUR URETHANE COVER Unique feel and control on the green side. PRECISION TECHNOLOGY Provides high compatibility. Every detail in the design, manufacture, and testing of the Chrome Tour ball is designed to ensure maximum performance throughout your game.
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Holding: Iomic
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