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Inside the Numbers: A look at the launch monitor results for 3 different PGA Tour players

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Recently, during a practice round at Quail Hollow Club ahead of the 2022 Presidents Cup, I was standing near the tee at hole No. 13, which is a par-4 measuring 504 yards.

I was briefly following a foursome of United States team members, including Tony Finau, Collin Morikawa, Max Homa, and Cameron Young.

If we’re being completely honest, I was following the group because I needed some photos of Morikawa’s custom USA Adidas shoes for a story about the custom gear that players were wearing at the Presidents Cup.

As a golfer, though, I was especially intrigued because the group was carrying around a Foresight GC Quad, and each player was taking turns ripping drivers on the long par 4. From where I was standing, I had a clear look at the launch monitor numbers that popped up on the screen after their drives.

Unfortunately, the launch monitor system didn’t properly read Finau’s numbers, but I was able to capture photos of the results for Morikawa, Homa and Young. Keep in mind that the 13th hole is a slight dogleg right where players have to either take on the bunker on the right, which is a 320-yard carry, or they play to the left of the bunker and rip it down the left side (possibly with a cut).

Let’s take a look at each players’ numbers below:

Collin Morikawa

Ball Speed: 167 mph

Carry: 298 yards

Launch Angle: 12 degrees

Pull: 2.4 degrees left

Spin Axis: 2.0 degrees right

Total Spin: 2,099 rpm

Max Homa

Ball Speed: 176 mph

Carry: 299 yards

Launch Angle: 10.7 degrees

Pull: 6.1 degrees left

Spin Axis: 12 degrees right

Total Spin: 2,885 rpm

Cameron Young

Ball Speed: 184 mph

Carry: 339 yards

Launch Angle: 13.8 degrees

Push: 0.6 degrees right

Spin Axis: 7.0 degrees left

Total Spin: 2,059 rpm

Obviously, these are results from just one swing for each player, so it’s not representative of their overall averages. For a wider scope of PGA Tour launch monitor numbers, you can find those stats over at PGATOUR.com on the Stats page under the “radar” section at the bottom.

My biggest takeaway from the three sets of numbers listed above is simply the importance of tracking your own personal launch monitor feedback. It can be extremely informative for you to figure out what numbers are causing suboptimal distance and accuracy.

For example, Morikawa’s ball speed is just 167 mph, compared to Homa’s 176 mph of ball speed, but Morikawa’s carry distance is 298 yards, versus Homa’s 299-yard drive. On these particular drives, Morikawa’s higher launch angle (12 degrees) and lower backspin (2,099 rpm), versus Homa’s lower launch angle (10.7 degrees) and higher backspin (2,885 rpm), allows Morikawa to better maximize distance for his speed. It’s possible that Homa either mishit the shot low on the face, or he was intentionally hitting a cut, which could explain the reason that Homa’s ball didn’t fly significantly farther compared to Morikawa’s.

A lot of information can be gathered from launch monitor numbers, especially when you consult a fitter or instructor to work through your results and how to improve them. I encourage all golfers to seek out a launch monitor system, and simply hit shots with multiple clubs to figure out how far you actually hit the ball, and why it flies the way it does.

For a full breakdown of Trackman vs Foresight, check out this article here. Also, check out our full review of the Full Swing Kit below.

He played on the Hawaii Pacific University Men's Golf team and earned a Masters degree in Communications. He also played college golf at Rutgers University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.

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Tour Edge unveils all-new Exotics mini driver

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Tour Edge Golf has today introduced the all-new Exotics mini driver, engineered to deliver a powerful combination of speed, control, and versatility in the long game. 

The Exotics Mini combines a titanium face with a stainless-steel body in design to balance ball speed with stability and control, creating a versatile option at the top end of the bag. 

At the core of the design is Tour Edge’s proprietary Combo Brazing technology, a high-precision thermal bonding process that seamlessly fuses a titanium cup face to a stainless-steel body into a single, continuous structure. By eliminating energy loss found in traditional multi-piece constructions, Combo Brazing is designed to deliver faster face response, more efficient energy transfer, and a uniquely powerful yet controlled feel.

The multi-material construction also allows mass to be positioned lower and deeper in the head in a bid to increase stability, while the thin titanium face is engineered to maintain ball speed across a wider impact area.

“While the initial goal was to enhance control and versatility in the long game, Combo Brazing ultimately drove measurable gains in ball speed and distance within the mini driver category. In robot testing, we’ve documented higher ball speeds, higher launch, reduced spin, and increased carry and total distance compared to leading models.” – Vice President of R&D Matt Neeley

In addition to distance performance, the Exotics mini emphasizes forgiveness through a heavier stainless-steel body that shifts mass toward the perimeter. This configuration increases MOI relative to traditional all-titanium mini drivers, helping preserve ball speed and directional stability on off-center strikes. Paired with Pyramid Face Technology from the Exotics metalwood line, the design is intended to support consistent speed across the face.

To further enhance MOI, a lightweight carbon fiber crown frees additional mass that is strategically repositioned low and deep in the head in design to improve stability and promote optimal launch with controlled spin.

“We designed the Mini to be about five millimeters shallower than other mini drivers on the market. That change improves playability off the deck. From a clean fairway lie, it can function as a strong 3-wood alternative while still providing control off the tee.” – Tour Edge CEO David Glod

An adjustable hosel system allows for loft and lie tuning to dial in trajectory and shot shape, while a fixed 13-gram rear weight helps stabilize the head through impact to improve dispersion consistency. The Exotics Mini Driver is available in 11.5 and 13.5-degree lofts in right-handed models.

Pricing & Availability

The Exotics Mini Driver is available for pre-order beginning today for $399.99 USD at touredge.com, and will be available for purchase at retail outlets worldwide on May 22, 2026. 

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Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss

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In our forums, our members have been pitting a Srixon ZXi combo against a TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo. WRXer ‘edutch22’ is on the hunt for a new set of irons and kicks off the thread saying:

“Looking at picking up a new set of irons and think I’ve narrowed it down to Srixon ZXi combo or Taylormade P7CB/770 combo. I am currently a 5 cap and allbeit I feel irons are my weakness. My miss is a little to the toe side. I am decently steep at 4-5 down. Always thought I am high spin but recently on trackman my 7 was spinning at 5800 roughly. 

My question or looking for thoughts on which one would benefit me more from a forgiveness standpoint? Or is there another iron is should be looking at entirely? I only get to play about once or twice a week, if I am not playing a 2-3 day event. Thanks in advance.”

And our members have been sharing their thoughts and suggestions in response.

Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

  • manima1: “You just can’t go wrong with Srixon ZXi7.”
  • MattM97: “You have to hit them to know, the V-Sole on the Srixon can be make or break for many.”
  • dmeeksDC: “P7CB is more forgiving for me than ZXi7 because my main miss is low middle and the P7CB still flies and spins great on that miss. These are both really nice irons but I like the P7CB more than the Zxi7 and the P770 (or P790) more than the Zxi5. The Srixons are larger so if that gives you confidence that is the way to go. I don’t feel like I get any benefit from the V-sole and the P7CBs live up to their high Maltby forgiveness rating so the TaylorMades have been great for me.”

Entire Thread: “Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss”

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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo

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At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.

It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.

Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @pianoman0123 has a 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo up for grabs.

From the listing: “2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade Combo.  4-8 irons are CB’s and the 9,PW are Blades.  5-PW have Project X 6.0 Shafts and the 4 Iron has a Steelfiber CW110 Stiff Shaft.   Standard Length, Lie and Lofts.  These are in very good condition the shafts just don’t work for me.  Like new Lamkin Grips on the 5-PW and a stock Golf Pride on the 4 Iron. $525 OBO.”

To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules

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