PGA Tour veterans Jordan Spieth, Matt Kuchar, and Patrick Reed are making waves at the Sentry Tournament of Champions by switching to cutting-edge 2025 drivers. Spieth has opted for the sleek TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD driver, while Kuchar is thrilled with his Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond driver. Reed rounds out the trio with the powerful Cobra AeroJet Max driver. Each player is eager to see how these new tools will enhance their driving distance and accuracy on the course.
Spieth expressed his enthusiasm, stating he is “excited” about using the new driver and believes it will help him “get the ball out there a little bit further.” Kuchar shared his admiration for its forgiving design, saying he is “impressed” and confident it will enable him to “hit more fairways.” Meanwhile, Reed exuded confidence in his choice, asserting that he believes it will help him “compete at the highest level.”
Wedging expert Scott Fawcett, 12-time PGA Tour winner, advises that gripping the club too tightly can lead to many different swing issues and ultimately limit a player’s distance control. Fawcett recommends a grip that is firm but not tight, following the “shake hands with the club” technique. When gripping the club too tightly, the tendons and muscles in your hands, wrists, and forearms will become tense, which can lead to a loss of feel for the club and difficulty in releasing it at the right time.