Thanks to a spectacular fairway wood on the 17th hole in the final round, Lydia Ko and Jason Day captured the Grant Thornton Invitational Sunday, the first LPGA and PGA Tour co-sanctioned event in more than two decades. But it was the driver that earned the attention of gear nerds everywhere.
While both Ko and Day are currently gear free agents, Day and Ko both opted for Ping’s G430 LST driver to help lead them to victory at Tiburon Golf Club. Keep reading for each player’s entire bag setup this week in Naples.
Lydia Ko
Driver: Ping G430 LST (Mitsubishi Diamana GT 50S), 10.5 degrees
PING G430 LST Custom Driver
The PING G430 LST Driver features an exclusive Low Spin Technology (LST) Carbonfly Wrap, a lightweight composite that covers the crown and wraps into the heel/toe sections of the skirt to save weight and lower the CG for more ball speed, less spin and higher MOI. The 8-layer, one-piece composite saves four grams and weighs 11.5g fully installed. A moveable 22-gram, high-density tungsten backweight influences shot shape ±7 yards between the Draw, Neutral and Fade settings. At 440cc, the smaller tour-style LST is available in 9° and 10.5° lofts (adjustable +/-1.5° and lie up to 3° flat from standard) and best fits faster swing speeds.
THE DISTANCE DIFFERENCE. MORE BALL SPEED.
A shallower, variable-thickness face is thinner to create more face deflection for generating faster ball speed for our biggest distance gains to date.
THE SOUND SOLUTION
A new integral rib structure and increased curvature of the crown, skirt and sole fine tunes clubhead frequencies to produce a desirable sound and impact experience.
SPINSISTENCY
A variable roll radius, with less loft low on the face, enhances spin consistency and carry distance.
CARBONFLY WRAP
Lightweight composite crown wraps into the heel and toe of the skirt to save weight and lower the CG for more ball speed with higher MOI.
MOVEABLE BACK WEIGHT
A 25-gram, high-density tungsten moveable backweight influences shot shape +/-10 yards between the Draw, Neutral and Fade settings.
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3-wood: Ping G430 Max (Mitsubishi Diamana PD 60S shaft), 15 degrees
5-wood: Ping G430 Max (Mitsubishi Diamana GT 60S shaft), 18 degrees
Hybrid: Ping G430 (Graphite Design Tour AD HY 65S shaft), 22 degrees
PING G430 Custom Hybrid
The PING G430 Hybrid is loaded with innovations like Carbonfly Wrap, PING’s newest technology and the key to more distance and green-holding stopping power. Alongside proven technologies Facewrap Technology and Spinsistency, they deliver the speed and performance golfers need to take on any approach shot. With six loft options (2H/17°, 3H/19°, 4H/22°, 5H/26°, 6H/30°, 7/34°) they are ideal mid- and long-iron replacements to help fill distance gaps in a player’s game.
CARBONFLY WRAP
The lightweight composite crown wraps into the heel and toe sections of the skirt, creating weight savings of 10 grams which are reallocated to achieve the lower the CG and increase ball speed. The composite also plays a role in the pleasing sound.
FACE WRAP TECHNOLOGY
FaceWrap Technology, a variable-thickness, high-strength maraging steel face wraps into the sole and crown of the stainless steel head, generating more flexing for faster ball speed and higher launch for greater distance.
SPINSISTENCY
The variable roll radius of Spinsistency improves performance across the face (especially on thin shots) by reducing spin to increase ball speed from the maraging steel face.
TUNGSTEN BACK WEIGHT
A tungsten back weight extends the perimeter weighting to ensure maximum forgiveness.
TRAJECTORY TUNING
The lightweight, 8-position hosel enables adjustments for loft (±1.5°) and lie (3° flatter than std.) to further dial in ball flight for the best results.
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Irons: Ping i230 (5-7; AeroTech SteelFiber FC 70 shafts), Ping Blueprint S (8-9; AeroTech SteelFiber FC 70 shafts)
PING i230 Custom Irons
Already a winner on Tour, the players-style i230 iron delivers consistent and predictable distance control with tighter dispersion for hitting precise yardages. An activated elastomer insert creates discretionary weight to lower the CG for more distance while enhancing feel and sound in conjunction with a multi-material badge. A more rounded lead edge ensures smooth turf interaction for clean strikes and MicroMax grooves produce consistent performance from wet and dry grass.
PERFORMANCE PACKED. TOUR PROVEN.
More distance and control.
Increased MOI, tighter dispersion.
Elevated impact experience
All-weather control
MICROMAX™ GROOVES
Fully machined face and grooves
Consistent launch and spin in long irons
Short-iron control and spin retention in wet conditions
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Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (46-10F degrees; AeroTech SteelFiber FC 70 shaft), Vokey Design SM9 (48-10F, 54-10F and 58-08F degrees; AeroTech SteelFiber FC 80 shafts)
Putter: Scotty Cameron TG6
Scotty Cameron Super Select Golo 6 Custom Putter
The GOLO returns in a new size as the Super Select GOLO 6, a roundedcompact mallet precision milled from 303 stainless steel sized in between the previous GOLO 5 and 7 models. With a mid-bend shaft and an integrated sole plate machined from 6061 aircraft aluminum, the GOLO 6 includes the line’s new dual-milled face technology and stainless steel sole weights.
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Grips: Iomic
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x
Titleist 2023 Pro V1x Golf Balls
Pro V1x is the optimal premium performance choice for players looking for maximum distance, who need higher flight and more stopping power.
Jason Day
Driver: Ping G430 LST (TPT Prototype shaft), 10 degrees
PING G430 LST Custom Driver
The PING G430 LST Driver features an exclusive Low Spin Technology (LST) Carbonfly Wrap, a lightweight composite that covers the crown and wraps into the heel/toe sections of the skirt to save weight and lower the CG for more ball speed, less spin and higher MOI. The 8-layer, one-piece composite saves four grams and weighs 11.5g fully installed. A moveable 22-gram, high-density tungsten backweight influences shot shape ±7 yards between the Draw, Neutral and Fade settings. At 440cc, the smaller tour-style LST is available in 9° and 10.5° lofts (adjustable +/-1.5° and lie up to 3° flat from standard) and best fits faster swing speeds.
THE DISTANCE DIFFERENCE. MORE BALL SPEED.
A shallower, variable-thickness face is thinner to create more face deflection for generating faster ball speed for our biggest distance gains to date.
THE SOUND SOLUTION
A new integral rib structure and increased curvature of the crown, skirt and sole fine tunes clubhead frequencies to produce a desirable sound and impact experience.
SPINSISTENCY
A variable roll radius, with less loft low on the face, enhances spin consistency and carry distance.
CARBONFLY WRAP
Lightweight composite crown wraps into the heel and toe of the skirt to save weight and lower the CG for more ball speed with higher MOI.
MOVEABLE BACK WEIGHT
A 25-gram, high-density tungsten moveable backweight influences shot shape +/-10 yards between the Draw, Neutral and Fade settings.
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3-wood: TaylorMade SIM Max (Mitsubishi Kuro Kage 80X shaft), 15 degrees
5-wood: TaylorMade SIM Max (Mitsubishi Kuro Kage 80X shaft), 21 degrees
Irons: TaylorMade P770 (4-iron; KBS C-Taper 125 S+ shaft), P7MC (5-PW; KBS C-Taper 125 S+ shafts)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (52-08F, 56-10S and 60-08M AD+ degrees; True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 shafts)
Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord
Ball: Bridgestone Tour B X Prototype 2024
Bridgestone Tour B X Golf Balls
REACTIV IQ
MORE DISTANCE: REACTIV iQ rebounds quickly on tee shots, delivering explosive velocity and increased distance • MORE CONTROL: REACTIV iQ stays on the face longer on approach shots, providing more spin and soft feel around the green.
GRADATIONAL CORE
Added distance and forgiveness comes from the Gradational Compression core. Higher initial ball speed and lower side spin from the Gradational Compression core help give you an advantage on the course.
DUAL DIMPLE
Extra distance and enhanced aerodynamics are a result of the Dual Dimple technology. The added distance comes from a more efficient ball trajectory thanks to less drag when the ball is in flight.
SEAMLESS COVER
Consistent flight and performance are a result of the proprietary Seamless Cover Technology. The perfect performance and aerodynamic balance comes from a manufacturing processes that creates a perfectly balanced dimple pattern.
FEATURES:
The NEW TOUR B with REACTIV iQ is THE SMARTER TOUR BALL
Proprietary NEW REACTIV iQ is a SMART cover technology that reacts to the force of impact
MORE DISTANCE: REACTIV iQ rebounds quickly on tee shots, delivering explosive velocity and increased distance
MORE CONTROL: REACTIV iQ stays on the face longer on approach shots, providing more spin and soft feel around the green
Dual Dimple technology provides efficient trajectory and reduced drag through enhanced aerodynamics
The TOUR B X with REACTIV iQ delivers increased ball speed for MAXIMUM DISTANCE off the tee and HIT & SIT performance on approach shots
Bridgestone Golf is the #1 BALL FITTER IN GOLF: The TOUR B X is ideal for players with swing speeds OVER 105 MPH who want additional distance
BRYSON DeCHAMBEAU assisted in the development of the NEW TOUR B X and he and MATT KUCHAR play it in professional competition
Consistency and control are key factors for my game. What we’ve done with Bridgestone’s R&D team is develop and test this new Reactiv cover that allows me to control launch and spin in ways that traditional urethane falls short.- Bryson DeChambeau
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