Just three weeks after Chris Gotterup won with Bridgestone VS Black Proto, he’s now scored the first official win for Bridgestone’s new Tour B X Golf ball.
Gotterup is somewhat rare in terms of gear, as he’s a Bridgestone staffer who uses only their irons and golf balls. Gotterup games the 220 MB irons, which are the first clubs Bridgestone has released since 2019.
But the company’s primary product on the PGA Tour is its golf balls, which it recently refreshed with a new VeloSurge core material to increase ball speed.
Tiger Woods, Bridgestone unveil new Tour B golf ball lineup
By:
Jack Hirsh
Gotterup, along with fellow Bridgestone staffer Jason Day, participated in player testing for the golf balls and showed an average increase of 2.3 mph in ball speed and 8.7 yards of added distance with different new Tour B golf balls. Tiger Woods also said he saw an increase in ball speed and confirmed he would use the new ball upon his return to competition in 2026.
The rest of Gotterup’s bag includes a Ping G440 LST driver, a TaylorMade mini driver, as well as TaylorMade MG5 wedges and a Spider Tour X putter. The win now means three of the first four events of the PGA Tour season were won by a Spider Tour X after Scottie Scheffler won the American Express, joining Gotterup’s season-opening win at the Sony.
Keep reading below for all of Gotterup’s WITB specs.
Chris Gotterup’s winning clubs at the 2026 Sony Open
Driver: Ping G440 LST 7.5˚
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX 70 TX
PING G440 LST Custom Driver
The G440 driver family (MAX, LST, SFT) is optimized to deliver more ball speed through multiple advancements, including PING’s deepest CG in a driver to date and a shallower, thinner face, while continuing to ensure the game-changing forgiveness expected from a PING driver. The G440 LST (Low Spin) design appeals to players with faster swing speeds, providing lower spin and more control in 9° and 10.5° lofts with the three-position back weight.
HIGHLY FORGIVING
Lighter head weight allows for heavier back weight.
FASTER FACE
Shallow, thinner, face increases ball speed for more distance, higher launch.
SOUND DESIGN
New shaping, carbon crown and internal ribs produce muted impact experience.
FREE-HOSEL DESIGN
Saves weight to lower CG, increase forgiveness. Allows for more heel-side face flexing for consistent ball speed across face.
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Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX Wood Shaft
To make the best, you have to use the best. Project X has teamed up with Hexcel, a global leader in composites technology for aerospace and military operations, to utilize their HexTow® carbon fibers. Hexcel’s HexTow® carbon fiber represents the highest quality aerospace-grade carbon fiber delivering superior performance on some of the world’s most advanced aircraft.
The HZRDUS brand is a distinguishing mark of the aggressive swinger, and that legacy is continued with the new HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX. Built with 100% aerospace materials, Smoke Black RDX is the first shaft to utilize Hexcel’s new HexTow® HM54 high modulus carbon fiber and combines it with high tensile strength HexTow® IM2C carbon fiber to provide the ideal blend of stiffness and stability desired by the HZRDUS player. Smoke Black RDX features an ultra-stiff midsection along with a stiff tip section to provide a low launch and low spin shaft designed to keep up with your swing.
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Mini driver: TaylorMade BRNR Mini Copper (13.5 degrees)
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX 80 TX
TaylorMade R7 Quad Custom Mini Driver
PERFORMANCE FOR THE MODERN PLAYER
Inspired by one of the most iconic models in TaylorMade history, the R7 Quad Mini Driver pays homage to what’s come before, while creating its own modern identity in the same breath. It’s that very modern design that incorporates proven TaylorMade technologies to give golfers versatility and playability.
R7 QUAD WEIGHTING SYSTEM
The new quad weighting system features four movable weights (13g x2, 4g x2) that provide the ultimate in spin management and shot shape control. Forward CG creates a penetrating flight best suited for maximizing distance whereas rear CG helps prioritize control and ease of use from the deck. Shot shape can also be fine-tuned helping create the most optimal flight. Additional weights can be purchased for a wider range of adjustability.
INFINITY CARBON CROWN
A new satin Infinity Carbon Crown has been added to the R7 Quad Mini Driver chassis creating a stunning look while saving weight for better mass optimization. The cosmetic package is clean, elegant, and confidence-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 Irons
Forged players muscleback clubhead design
Tour Groove Design with super precise .02mm groove for stable consistent spin on all shots
Consistent ball flight from the balanced center of gravity throughout the set
Compact clubhead to maximum workability
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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
FORGED FEEL
Incredible feel is a must for having a great wedge game. MG5 has been forged from soft carbon steel and designed with geometry to provide excellent feel with great feedback.
MAXIMUM SPIN
MG5 uses all-new, more aggressive grooves designed to maximize spin. Saw-milled grooves produce tighter tolerances allowing engineers to design steeper walls and sharper radii intended to maximize spin in both dry and damp conditions.
PERFORMANCE IN ALL CONDITIONS
RAW face with Spin Tread technology channels away moisture to help retain spin. The same way that tire treads help your car stay connected to the road, laser-etched channels redirect water at impact and creates more friction between the club face and golf ball to maintain spin in wet conditions.
CRAFTSMANSHIP MEETS CONSISTENCY
Crafted by hand and then milled to perfection. Each wedge and sole grind are precision-milled to eliminate the natural human error that comes with hand polishing. Our grinds deliver unmatched consistency and craftsmanship that players can count on every time.
CHARCOAL FINISH
MG5 debuts a sleek, sophisticated charcoal finish that reduces glare and enhances its aesthetic appeal in 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 been delivering championship-winning stability and performance to professionals and amateurs alike. Scottie Scheffler recently joined this group by stepping into the winner’s circle for the third time in four starts with a Spider Tour X L-Neck in the bag.
TRUE PATH™ ALIGNMENT
Navigate the greens with clarity with the optically-engineered True Path™ Alignment system. This legacy tech from TaylorMade helps you better visualize the line to the hole while also making it easier to aim the putter towards your target.
WHITE TPU PURE ROLL™ INSERT
Experience a softer feel with our White TPU Pure Roll™ insert. Crafted from a blend of Surlyn and aluminum, it features grooves angled at 45° for optimal forward roll and better overall roll characteristics.
PRECISION WEIGHTING AND DESIGN
A thin wall undercut and steel wireframe allow for precision CG placement, creating a superstructure with enhanced stability and forgiveness.
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Ball: Bridgestone Tour B X ’26 with MindSet
Bridgestone 2026 Tour B X MindSet Golf Balls
Features:
UNBOUND DISTANCE: New VeloSurge core-mantle integration technology delivers breakthrough velocity for unmatched distance off the tee
TOUR CONTROL: The Reactiv iQ cover adheres to the clubface longer, generating tour-level spin and precision control on shots around the green
The NEW TOUR B X with MindSet – the first golf ball scientifically designed to help players separate analytical thinking from athletic performance
MindSet is a visual cue printed directly on the golf ball, serving as a reminder of a simple three-step process: identify your target, visualize the shot path, focus on the dot.
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Grips: Golf Pride Z-Grip
Golf Pride Z Grip Cord
Full cord. Full firmness. ZGrip is designed for golfers in search of more answers. Our distinct, deep “Z” shaped texture and full cotton cord combine to deliver our firmest grip yet. Get maximum feedback on every shot and confidence in all conditions.
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