What golf balls do tour players use in 2025?
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In the heart of TPC Sawgrass, the 2025 Players Championship concluded with all the drama and excitement golf enthusiasts could hope for. Rory McIlroy, already an icon in the golfing world, added another chapter to his illustrious career by clinching his second Players Championship title, etching his name deeper into the annals of golf history.
At 2025 The Players Championship, professional golfers utilised a variety of high-performance golf balls tailored to their preferences for control, spin, and distance. For instance, Rory McIlroy played the TaylorMade TP5 golf ball and Alex Smalley used the Titleist Pro V1 during the event. Here's a quick overview of the most popular golf balls in 2025 and the players who use them:
Titleist Pro V1 & Pro V1x
Titleist's Pro V1 series remains the most widely used among tour professionals. The 2025 models have been particularly well-received. For instance, A Lim Kim secured a victory at the LPGA season opener using the new 2025 Pro V1 [1]. Though 2025 specific endorsement data is limited, in the 2024 tournaments, Scottie Scheffler, Justin Thomas and Cameron Smith were using Titleist Pro V1, and Jordan Spieth, Patrick Cantlay and Tony Finau chose Titleist Pro V1x. We don’t expect these players would change the preference in 2025.
TaylorMade TP5 & TP5x
Known for high spin and control around the greens with a soft feel, TaylorMade's TP5 series continues to be popular. Notably, Rory McIlroy used the TP5 ball during his win at The Players Championship [2]. Notable players who were using the TP5 & TP5x series in 2024 also include Collin Morikawa, Dustin Johnson, Tommy Fleetwood and Rickie Fowler.
Srixon Z-Star XV
Srixon's Z-Star XV is trusted by several tour players. Lucas Glover and Akshay Bhatia, for example, used this ball during 2025 The Players Championship [3]. Brooks Koepka and Hideki Matsuyama were among the players who were using this series in 2024.
Callaway Chrome Soft X
Callaway's Chrome Soft X continues to be a choice for players seeking a combination of distance and control. While specific player endorsements in 2025 are limited, during 2024 the ball's performance kept it in play among professionals including Jon Rahm, Sam Burns and Xander Schauffele.
Bridgestone Tour B XS
Bridgestone's Tour B XS, known for its soft feel and control, is notably used by Tiger Woods. While specific 2025 usage data is limited, Woods' long-term association with this ball underscores its tour-level performance.
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References:
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https://golf.com/gear/rory-mcilroy-players-championship-winners-bag-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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https://www.nationalclubgolfer.com/best-golf-deals/golf-balls-at-the-players-championship/?country=AU&utm_source=chatgpt.com