Hideki Matsuyama has long been regarded as one of the purest ball strikers on the PGA TOUR — and easily one of the game’s true gentlemen. This past weekend at Tiger Woods’ Hero World Challenge, he reminded everyone exactly why he is both, delivering a clinic in precision with a smile on his face.
Matsuyama saved his best for Sunday, lighting up the leaderboard with a tournament-best 8-under-par 64. His iron play was nothing short of spectacular, the kind that makes fellow pros shake their heads and fans reach for the replay button. The moment of the day came on the par-4 10th, where he holed a wedge for eagle to tie the lead and swing the momentum firmly in his direction.
If that wasn’t enough, Matsuyama doubled down when it mattered most. Entering a sudden-death playoff with Alex Noren, he delivered the decisive blow on the 18th hole — a laser-like wedge shot stuffed to just a couple of feet. Game over. Title secured. Second Hero World Challenge trophy in the bag.
To say Hideki’s wedge game was “dialed in” would be an understatement. On Sunday, it was Ichiban — the very best.
That kind of performance doesn’t happen by accident. Along with elite ball-striking and nerves of steel, Matsuyama’s meticulously tuned equipment played a key role in his success. Built for control, consistency, and feel, his setup allowed him to attack pins, flight wedges with precision, and stay aggressive under pressure.
Here’s a complete look at the golf equipment Hideki Matsuyama used to win the 2025 Hero World Challenge.
Hideki Matsuyama’s Golf Gear:
DRIVER: Srixon ZXi LS (9 degrees), with Graphite Design Tour AD DI 8 TX – Built for low spin and penetrating ball flight, this driver gives Matsuyama outstanding control off the tee without sacrificing distance.
FAIRWAY WOOD: TaylorMade Qi10 with Graphite Design Tour AD DI 9 TX, Cobra King RadSpeed Tour (17.5 degrees), with Graphite Design Tour AD DI 10 TX shaft – A versatile combo that delivers reliable launch, distance gapping, and shot-shaping options from the tee or turf.
IRONS: Srixon Z-Forged II 4-PW (True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 shafts) – Classic forged blades built for elite players who demand unmatched feel and pinpoint control — a perfect match for Matsuyama’s ball-striking DNA.
WEDGES: Cleveland RTX 4 Forged (48, 52, 56, 60 degrees), with True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 shafts – The stars of the show. These wedges gave Matsuyama the confidence to attack every pin and deliver under the most intense pressure.
PUTTER: Scotty Cameron GSS prototype – Custom-tuned for feel and consistency, it’s the trusted flatstick he relies on when trophies are on the line.
BALL: Srixon Z-STAR XV – Low-spin off the tee, responsive around the greens — built for power players who still demand finesse.
From tee to green — and especially with a wedge in hand — Hideki Matsuyama was in complete control at the Hero World Challenge. When elite talent meets perfectly fit equipment, great things tend to happen. This weekend was a textbook example.
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