Harry Vardon made $US200 after winning the 1900 US Open. And just this week, a golf ball he played to win at Chicago Golf Club was sold for $US194,259 ($A298,000). Yes, there’s inflation and 125 years to account for, but that’s quite the monetary leap for a Spalding “Vardon” Flyer.
Asked if pushback from within the sport could cause the USGA to reconsider its plan and make adjustments before 2028, CEO Mike Whan reiterated they were “full-speed ahead on what we’ve announced.”
As he prepares to make his US Open debut at Oakmont Country Club, Griffin spoke about how he came to use (and the benefits of) a ball brand that hadn’t won the on the PGA Tour in two decades, why he feels the winning score at the US Open will be over par and the one mistake amateurs make with their golf-ball selection.
The PGA of America believes a constructive dialogue is now being had with the R&A and USGA. How much that impacts what the pros are playing at the PGA Championship versus the golfers watching at home remains to be seen.
The new Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x both feature a faster high-gradient core, reformulated to maintain low long-game spin, increase ball speed and add spin on shots into and around the greens.
Both models look to increase the potential for distance and ball speed by reducing the thickness of the cover but increasing the thickness of the spin-reducing mantle layer between the core and cover.
All models in the 2025 line-up are buoyed by redesigned cover and core constructions, as well as a micro-urethane coating that delivers increased greenside spin and control.
If you’re one of the lucky few who somehow manages to keep the same ball in play for what seems like an eternity, the only thing you need to keep track of is cover wear.
As the lowest compression ball in Srixon’s extensive line-up, UltiSoft offers players an excellent balance of feel and playability, with dynamic power off the tee and softer feel around the greens.
Australian Golf Digest
