No. 6 · 40 stories · 4 sources
Drives, chips and the odd three-putt
Tuesday 21 July 2026
This week’s most consequential developments
Ryan Fox's Open Championship victory at Royal Birkdale marked first major wins for blade putters since 2024 and Srixon drivers in over three years.
Why it matters Equipment trends matter to equipment manufacturers and professional golfers seeking competitive advantages.
Ryan Fox won the Open Championship using a Srixon prototype driver not yet commercially available.
Why it matters Equipment choices by major winners influence consumer demand and manufacturer strategy.
Ryan Fox won The Open Championship with tour-only Srixon clubs, ahead of the manufacturer's 2027 product line release.
Why it matters Major victories by players using pre-release equipment generate significant marketing value for manufacturers.
Scottie Scheffler discovered an unusual rules interpretation during the final round at Royal Birkdale, though specifics of the break remain unclear.
Why it matters The incident illustrates how rules nuances can arise even for the sport's leading player in championship conditions.
The Corales Puntacana Championship offers a substantial prize purse for PGA and DP World Tour players not competing at The Open.
Why it matters The purse structure rewards players excluded from the major championship at the same time.
Also moving, worth a read
A commentary piece reflecting on various aspects of Open Championship week, including Fox's victory.
Analysis of how major winners and losers at the 2026 Open have shifted competitive standings.
Detailed breakdown of Fox's winning equipment configuration at the 2026 Open Championship.
Spanish golfer Quim Vidal's July 2026 bag comprised Ping and Project X equipment across all club categories.
South African Martin Vorster will replace Louis Oosthuizen on the Southern Guards GC team for the LIV Golf UK event.
Scottie Scheffler defended Bryson DeChambeau over a controversial penalty following the 2026 Open Championship, calling for stricter rules.
Cameron Young's July 2026 bag featured Titleist drivers, woods, and prototype irons with Fujikura shafts.
Ryan Fox became New Zealand's third male major champion after winning The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
Scottie Scheffler trailed the Open Championship leaders despite contending because his putting statistics have been significantly below his usual standard.
Charlie Woods currently uses TaylorMade Qi4D drivers and woods alongside P-series irons in his competitive equipment setup.
Si Woo Kim carries Callaway Quantum and Cobra equipment with Fujikura Ventus Black shafts as of July 2026.
A classified advertisement for used Srixon golf clubs listed on a community marketplace.
Survey of equipment trends and dominant brands across the 2026 men's major championships.
Cameron Young briefly held the Open Championship lead in the clubhouse before Ryan Fox's victory negated his hopes.
A PGA coach advises addressing swing mechanics rather than purchasing training aids to correct a long backswing and poor transition.
Ryan Fox wore Adidas Adizero ZG spikeless shoes while winning the Open Championship.
Forum discussion identifying a prototype Diamana shaft spotted in Cameron Young's equipment.
Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns lead the combined major championship leaderboard despite neither winning a 2026 major title.
Fox won by one stroke with a final-hole birdie, securing the prize money associated with the 154th Open Championship.
Ryan Fox's Open Championship victory at Royal Birkdale was secured with a birdie on the 72nd hole; the article details his club selections.
A GolfWRX forum thread invites users to share their luckiest hole-in-one experiences, with one member describing three notable instances.
An article ranks the author's five favourite clubhouses among Open Championship venues, focusing on their aesthetic appeal and character.
A buying guide recommends hybrid clubs suited for high-handicap golfers seeking more forgiving equipment.
A buying guide identifies affordable iron options for golfers seeking to reduce equipment costs.
The article suggests viewing locations near Royal Birkdale for England's World Cup matches during the 2026 Open Championship.
Weak signals worth a glance