The third round of the LPGA Drive-On Championship was completed, and things started to get interesting! Surprisingly, Nelly Korda is leading the way, with Lydia Ko, Megan Khang, and Ayaka Furue following close behind. However, among this reputed bunch is Epson Tour graduate Auston Kim. The American golfer has earned success on the golf scene in a short amount of time by turning pro.
After turning pro in May 2022, Kim gradually made her way to the top by first succeeding on the Epson Tour and now on the LPGA Tour. In all her success, the choice of equipment she made played a vital role and still does!
What arsenal is Auston Kim carrying in her golf bag in 2024?
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The American golfer is currently in the T5 spot at the LPGA Drive On Championship. She prefers using clubs from the golf equipment manufacturer Parsons Xtreme Golf (PXG). For her driver, she uses a PXG GEN4 Proto Driver. The Epson Tour graduate has put a 9.5-degree loft on the head of her driver, which costs around $549. However, her recent posts hint she will soon switch to a newer PXG Black Ops model.
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She also prefers PXG for her fairway woods. She uses PXG GEN Fairway Woods. Furthermore, Kim prefers to use the same model for her 5-wood as well. It is expected to cost between $149.99 and $229.99.
As for her hybrid club, Auston Kim is using the PXG GEN6 Hybrid with a 22-degree lofted head. This club costs around $219.99. The American golfer prefers to use irons from the same brand model as well.
She uses PXG GEN6 irons, which cost between $179.99 and $189.99. These irons were introduced to the market in early 2023. But her choice of manufacturer changed for clubs involving precise shots.
What wedges and putter does Kim use?
Auston Kim uses three types of wedges: 52-degree, 54-degree, and 58-degree. Sticking with PXG for the wedges too, she uses PXG SugarDaddy Wedges on the greens. However, she has a different choice of brand for her putter and golf balls.
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For her putter, she uses Callaway’s Odyssey TRI-HOT 5K Rossie Putter. This brand of putter is also the choice of Nick Dunlap, who recently turned pro. The LPGA Tour pro prefers to use Titleist Pro V1x golf balls on the greens. She has equipped her clubs with Golf Pride grips.
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With a bag of clubs made by the manufacturer PXG, the American golfer is eyeing a win at the LPGA Drive-On Championship. Do you think Auston Kim will be able to surpass other players to clutch a victory? Stay tuned to find out!
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