A complete list of the golf equipment Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick used to win the PGA Tour’s 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans.

A complete list of the golf equipment Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick used to win the PGA Tour’s 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans:

Bettinardi Tour Ambassador wins alongside younger brother, setting a tournament record en route to his third victory in four starts

Tinley Park, Ill. — Bettinardi Golf congratulates Tour Ambassador Matt Fitzpatrick on winning the 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans alongside his younger brother, claiming back-to-back PGA TOUR victories in consecutive weeks and his third win in four starts this season.

The Fitzpatrick brothers entered Sunday’s alternate-shot finale with a four-stroke lead after posting a tournament-record 15-under 57 in Saturday’s round. They battled nerves and a tightening leaderboard through the back nine before Matt delivered when it mattered most, escaping a greenside bunker on the par-5 18th and leaving Alex a tap-in birdie to seal a one-stroke victory at 31-under 257. The win came with Matt’s Tour Department DASS BB1 Flow in the bag, the same putter he used to win the RBC Heritage, Valspar Championship, and finish 2^nd at The Players Championship.

“To win a team event on the PGA Tour with my brother — I don’t know if it gets better than that,” Fitzpatrick said. “That’s how special it feels. To get over the line the way we did and hang in there on the back nine is incredible.”

Fitzpatrick returned to the BB1 Flow earlier this season after a brief run with a BB48 mallet prototype. Since putting the blade back in play, he has climbed from 24^th to 3^rd in the Official World Golf Rankings, and now ranked #1 on the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup.  His three PGA TOUR wins this season remain the only three decided with a blade putter: a quiet counterpoint to the mallet trend dominating Tour fields.

“Winning back-to-back is special enough on its own but doing it alongside your brother is something else entirely,” said Sam Bettinardi, President of Bettinardi Golf. “Matt’s been on an incredible run these past few weeks, and we’re very proud to be part of this moment, and to be the makers of the putter he trusts through every win.”

Fitzpatrick’s victory adds to Bettinardi’s rich heritage of more than 100 professional victories worldwide, and further establishes his position atop the FedEx Cup standings. The BB Series is available now at bettinardi.com and through authorized retailers.

About Bettinardi

Founded in 1998, Bettinardi Golf is a family-owned manufacturer of precision golf equipment headquartered in Tinley Park, Illinois. Built on a commitment to craftsmanship and American manufacturing, Bettinardi designs, mills, and assembles every putter domestically, a standard that extends to its headcovers and metal accessories as well. The company’s forged irons and wedges are designed and assembled in the United States. With a family legacy rooted in feel, precision, and performance, Bettinardi Golf has earned more than 100 professional victories worldwide.

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Carlsbad, CA – Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc. announced today that the winner of the DP World Tour Hainan Classic presented by MAEXTRO held in Hainan, China  was playing a Graphite Design Tour AD DI-6 X-Stiff flex wood shaft in his Titleist GT3 Driver, after shooting a 64, 66, 69, 70 for a 4-day total of 19 under par, claiming his second career DP World Tour win.

On the PGA TOUR Champions circuit, the winner of the Cologuard Classic, held in Tucson, Arizona was playing a Graphite Design Tour AD GC-6 X-Stiff flex wood shaft in his Callaway Elyte Driver to claim his eleventh career PGA TOUR Champions title after making a birdie on the first play-off hole.

“Congratulations to both champions this past weekend!  It was an incredible showcase of golf at the highest level, and we’re thrilled to see both players trust Graphite Design premium shafts in their drivers.”, stated Bill McPherson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc. 

The Tour AD DI “DEEP IMPACT” is designed to provide golfers with more power and stability in their golf shaft. Designed and manufactured exclusively at the Graphite Design factory headquarters in Japan, the Tour AD DI orange and black colored options are available in 50g R2 (Lite), R1 (Regular) S and X flex, 60g SR (Stiff Regular), S, X and TX (Tour X-Stiff) flex, 70g S, X and TX (Tour X-Stiff) flex and 80g S, X and TX (Tour X-Stiff) flex. 

The Tour AD DI 5-R2, R1, S and X flex, 6-SR, S and X flex, 7-S and X flex, and 8-S and X are available in two color schemes: orange with white bands and green rings, and a 2nd color option of black with white bands and silver rings.  The Tour AD DI 6-TX, 7-TX, 8-TX, and 9-X flex shafts are available only in the orange color scheme.

The Tour AD DI is our first shaft design integrated with Toray Company’s original NANOALLOY material technology in the tip section.  This material technology has now come to be known as “DI Technology”.  This unique material technology promotes additional shaft stability without loss of feel and allows the player to generate greater clubhead speed, resulting in higher ball speed while still providing exceptional feel and control.

The Tour AD DI also utilizes premium, aerospace-quality 50t carbon-fiber materials to provide the best-performing shaft available. The softer mid-section bend profile of the Tour AD DI allows the player to load the shaft properly, while maintaining a firm enough tip section through impact, promoting a high-launch, low-spin ball flight.  The result, the Tour AD DI delivers players to the next level in shaft performance and will create a “DEEP IMPACT” on your game!

About Pro’s Choice:

Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts is the exclusive distributor of Graphite Design golf shafts in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, UAE, South Africa, South America, and Australia.  Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts distributes all of the current Graphite Design shafts, including the new 2026 Graphite Design Tour AD FI wood shaft model, as well as the Anti-Gravity aG33-3, Tour AD GC, Tour AD VF, Tour AD CQ, Tour AD UB, Tour AD XC, Tour AD IZ, and Tour AD DI models of shafts.  The company is located in Carlsbad, California, with a distribution warehouse located in Southern California. 

About Graphite Design:

Located in Chichibu, Japan, Graphite Design has over 36 years of experience designing and manufacturing premium graphite-composite golf shafts.  Numerous Graphite Design shafts can be seen in play by the best professional players on all tours worldwide.  Validating the company’s “Tour AD” logo, all of Graphite Design’s Tour-proven shafts specifically promote “Accuracy and Distance”.  On Tour, Graphite Design shafts recorded 44 Global tournament victories in 2025 and have helped numerous golf professionals earn well over 580 tour victories and multi-millions of dollars in prize money since inception. 

Bill McPherson, Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, b.mcpherson@proschoicegolfshafts.com, 619-454-6283

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Following a hugely successful launch in 2025 which raised over £100,000 for charity, The Belfry Hotel & Resort’s much-anticipated Classic Golf Day is set to return in 2026. The internationally acclaimed golfing destination will again raise vital funds at this year’s event for its incredible charity partners.

Back by popular demand, award-winning journalist, broadcaster and TV presenter, Dan Walker, will once again host the invite-only event. Taking place on Thursday May 21, the tournament will be held on The Belfry’s legendary Brabazon golf course.

The iconic home of the British Masters and four-time host to the Ryder Cup, The Brabazon, is a fitting location for the Belfry Classic.

Welcoming VIPs and celebrities from the world of sport and television to compete in a thrilling four-ball format, the event will put the golfing skills of some of the UK’s best-loved stars to the test on one of the game’s most celebrated courses.

Chris Eigelaar, Managing Director at The Belfry Hotel & Resort, said: “Our inaugural Belfry Classic Golf Day surpassed all expectations for our sponsors and guests and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the money we raised for such important charities.

We’re looking to build on that momentum in 2026, with interest for this year’s event already extremely strong”.

Alongside the golfing activity on the course, the day will also include a luxurious gala dinner where guest Chef John Williams MBE of The Ritz London will be curating menus.

Recognised as one of the top Michelin Star chefs in the UK, John will bring his award-winning culinary flair to the evenings spectacular hospitality offering.

Proceeds from the day will go towards two of the resort’s life-changing partner charities – the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association and Hospitality Action.

The Motor Neurone Disease Association is a national charity dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by MND, as well as improving access to care and funding research. Hospitality Action provides relief for hospitality workers in crisis, supplying everything from financial assistance to mental health resources.

For more information about the Classic Golf Day and for sponsorship opportunities, please contact: belfryclassic@thebelfry.com.

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Patrick Reed claimed the fourth DP World Tour title of his career with a composed four shot victory at the 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club.

Reed Delivers Under Pressure in Dubai

The American finished on fourteen under par to secure his first Rolex Series victory and become the sixth American winner of the Dallah Trophy. Reed showed patience throughout a testing final round, particularly on the front nine where he mixed eight pars with one bogey to reach the turn with his overnight lead trimmed to two.

Spain’s David Puig mounted an early challenge with three birdies from the eighth to briefly close the gap, but Reed steadied himself with a birdie at the par five tenth to maintain control of the contest.

Key Moments Shape Final Round

Momentum swung decisively on the back nine. Reed birdied the thirteenth as Puig dropped a shot on the same hole, restoring a four shot cushion with five holes to play. From there Reed played with authority, finding fairways and greens before parring his way home.

He finished five clear after Puig bogeyed the fifteenth, closing out a confident display to lift the Dallah Trophy for the first time.

Reed Reflects on Hard Fought Victory

“It has not fully set in yet,” Reed said. “Today was a lot harder than expected and I learned a lot about managing the round.

“I tried to protect the lead early and David made a great run, but my caddie reminded me it was time to go after it on the back nine. Once we made birdie at thirteen and he bogeyed, it was about staying patient and making no mistakes.”

Strong Supporting Cast on Leaderboard

Andy Sullivan recovered from a difficult start to finish birdie birdie and claim solo second place at ten under par. Julien Guerrier of France recorded his best Rolex Series finish in third at nine under after carding an eagle and two birdies.

Nicolai Hojgaard, Francesco Molinari and Race to Dubai leader Jayden Schaper finished a shot further back. Ricardo Gouveia, Marcus Armitage and Puig ended the week at seven under par, with Puig receiving a two shot penalty for grounding his club in a bunker on the final hole.

Trophy Presentation and Distinguished Guests

Reed lifted the famous Dallah Trophy following the presentation ceremony led by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The presentation party included senior figures from Dubai sport, government and tournament partners, alongside representatives from the DP World Tour and Dubai Golf.

South African amateur Christiaan Maas was also recognised with the Emirates Golf Federation Leading Amateur award.

Youth Golf and Creator Events Shine

Tournament celebrations began a week earlier with the Junior Dubai Desert Classic, which awarded World Amateur Golf Ranking points for the second year. Denmark’s Christian Hansen secured victory after a dramatic playoff on the Majlis Course.

Running alongside was the expanded Creators Dubai Desert Classic, bringing together sixteen leading sporting content creators. Canadian Mac Boucher won the gross title while England’s Temps claimed the net competition, earning both players a place in the tournament Pro Am.

Sustainability and Player Wellbeing in Focus

The 37th edition of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic maintained its GEO Certified status, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable golf events. The Green Incubator Challenge returned in partnership with Deloitte, with UK based Notpla named winners for their seaweed based packaging solution.

The Mental Fitness and Recovery Zone also returned, offering players access to massage, breathwork and mindfulness services throughout the week.

Tournament Director Praises Week in Dubai

Executive Tournament Director Simon Corkill said:
“Congratulations to Patrick on a dominant and well deserved victory. He played outstanding golf all week and earned his place on the Dallah Trophy.

“We welcomed one of the strongest fields in our history and delivered an event that combined world class sport, family entertainment, sustainability innovation and player wellbeing. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2027.”

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