What’s in the Bag – Xander Schauffele – Club Setup for Royal Troon

What’s in the Bag – Xander Schauffele’s Club Setup for Royal Troon

A fantastic last round by Xander Schauffele gave him a two-stroke victory over Justin Rose in the 2024 Open championship. Xander has been a predominantly Callaway staff player for many years, and his bag shows this clearly, although a few surprise clubs can be seen in his bag.

What’s in the Bag – Xander Schauffele

Driver: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond

• Loft: 10.5°
• Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana PD 70TX

Xander Schauffele has chosen the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond driver with a 10.5° loft and a Mitsubishi Diamana PD 70TX shaft to maximize his distance and control off the tee. Known for its low spin and high launch, this driver is ideal for achieving long, penetrating drives, especially in the challenging winds of Royal Troon. The shaft provides the stability Schauffele needs to navigate the narrow fairways and avoid the infamous pot bunkers on the course.

Callaway Ai Smoke Triple Diamond Driver

3 Wood: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond

• Loft: 15°
• Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana PD 80TX

His 3 wood, also a Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond fairway wood, features a 15° loft and a Mitsubishi Diamana PD 80TX shaft. This club offers reliability for long par 5s and strategic tee shots on tighter holes. The setup provides versatility, allowing for both distance and the ability to shape shots around the demanding layout of Royal Troon.

Callaway Triple Diamond Fairway Wood

Hybrid: Callaway Apex UW

• Loft: 21°
• Shaft: Mitsubishi Kai’li White 90TX

Schauffele includes a Callaway Apex UW 21° hybrid with a Mitsubishi Kai’li White 90TX shaft in his bag. Hybrids are essential for navigating the thick rough and challenging lies at Royal Troon. This club provides a higher launch and greater control, helping Schauffele manage tricky second shots and approach plays.

Irons: Callaway Apex TCB Raw ’24

• Set: 4-10
• Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100

Xander’s iron set consists of Callaway Apex TCB Raw ’24 (4-10), equipped with True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 shafts. These irons offer precision and workability, crucial for attacking the well-protected greens of Royal Troon. The consistency and feel of these clubs are invaluable for accurate iron play, enabling Schauffele to hit greens in regulation and set up birdie opportunities.

What’s in the Bag – Xander Schauffele

Wedges: Callaway and Titleist Vokey

• Lofts: Callaway Jaws Raw 52° (10S), Titleist Vokey Design SM10 56° (10), Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks 60° (K)
• Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100

Schauffele’s golf wedge selection includes the Callaway Jaws Raw 52° (10S), Titleist Vokey Design SM10 56° (10), and Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks 60° (K). These wedges provide versatility around the greens, allowing Schauffele to execute a variety of shots from different lies and bunkers. The precise grooves and spin control are essential for getting up and down in challenging conditions.

Putter: Odyssey Toulon Design Las Vegas Prototype 7CH

• Grip: SuperStroke Zenergy Tour 2.0

Xander’s Odyssey Toulon Design Las Vegas Prototype 7CH putter, paired with a SuperStroke Zenergy Tour 2.0 grip, is designed for consistency and control on the greens. The stable design and responsive feel help Schauffele handle the often unpredictable links greens at Royal Troon, giving him confidence in his putting stroke.

Xanders Toulon Odyssey Putter

Ball & Grips: Callaway Chrome Tour X and Golf Pride MCC Align

Schauffele relies on the Callaway Chrome Tour X ball for consistent flight and feel around the greens, which is crucial in varying weather conditions. The Golf Pride MCC Align grips offer a secure hold, even in damp or windy situations.

The Callaway Chrome Tour X may well suit Xander but it’s best to find a ball that suits your swing. Check out Callaway Golfs Ball Selector Tool to find the best ball for your game.

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