Rory McIlroy Claims Victory at Scottish Open with His 'Garage Club'

Rory McIlroy used a TaylorMade P760 2-iron to hit his winning shot at the Genesis Scottish Open after retrieving it from his garage.

In the world of golf, one shot can make all the difference. Rory McIlroy experienced this firsthand during the Genesis Scottish Open when he hit what he called "one of the best shots" of his career. It was a 201-yard approach on the 18th hole that barely got off the ground but miraculously settled within 15 feet of the hole, setting up a birdie-birdie finish to secure the win.

But what makes this shot even more intriguing, especially for gear enthusiasts, is the club McIlroy used. The TaylorMade P760 2-iron was not even in his bag before the tournament. In fact, it had been hiding in his garage until he decided to bring it along for the trip to Scotland. Equipped with a Project X HZRDUS Black 6.5 105-gram graphite shaft, this 17-degree long iron was originally designed for off-the-tee shots and par-5 approaches. However, McIlroy's incredible length off the tee meant he never felt the need to include it in his bag until now.

This isn't the first time McIlroy has added a P760 long iron to his bag. Earlier this season, he inserted a P760 3- and 4-iron for increased launch. McIlroy explained that he wanted more flight on his long irons to better tackle the par-5s, which played a crucial role in his victory at the Genesis Scottish Open.

Interestingly, TaylorMade did not initially release a 2-iron in the P760 lineup for the general public. However, when you're one of the best golfers in the world, you get the Tour treatment, and McIlroy was able to acquire this special club.

The last time McIlroy swapped his 5-wood for a 2-iron at Hoylake, he walked away with the Claret Jug. He's undoubtedly hoping for a repeat performance this week as he heads to the Open Championship with his trusty club in tow.

In other equipment news, Jon Rahm has extended his partnership with Callaway. The two-time major winner will continue to play Callaway and Odyssey equipment, as well as wear Callaway headwear and TravisMathew apparel. What sets Rahm's extension apart is that it also includes an equity position in Topgolf Callaway Brands, demonstrating his confidence in the company's strategic direction.

Ping has unveiled an updated iron called the "Blueprint S." This new iron features a modest cavity-back design and toe weight, providing more forgiveness and workability compared to its predecessor. Golfers Viktor Hovland and Tyrrell Hatton were among the first to put the Blueprint S in play at the Genesis Scottish Open.

Project X has introduced its new Denali shaft, the company's first graphite wood shaft in six years. This low torque shaft offers a stable butt section, straight taper midsection, and mid-stiff tip section for ideal launch and spin conditions. Early testing showed that the Denali shaft was selected 75 percent of the time over two popular shafts on Tour, indicating its promising performance.

In other quick news, Lydia Ko has switched to a Scotty Cameron Phantom X6 STR putter, Vincent Norrman won the Barbasol Championship with Ping's G430 Max fairway woods in his bag, and Sam Burns added a Vokey WedgeWorks 56-10S wedge to his arsenal.

These recent equipment updates and developments continue to shape the world of golf, showcasing the innovation and technology that can enhance a player's performance on the course. Whether it's a hidden club from the garage or a new shaft that delivers on its promises, the right equipment can make all the difference in a golfer's game.

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