Chris Kirk achieved a remarkable triumph at the 2023 Cognizant Classic, formerly known as the Honda Classic, held at PGA National. Finishing 14 under par, Kirk secured his fifth PGA Tour title by winning a sudden-death playoff against Eric Cole, delivering a decisive birdie on the first playoff hole.
Details of Kirk’s Equipment Setup
Kirk’s driver was a Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond with a 9-degree loft at 10.7 degrees, paired with a Fujikura Ventus Blue 6 TX shaft. His fairway woods included a TaylorMade Stealth 3-wood (15 degrees) and 5-wood (18 degrees), both fitted with Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 TX shafts.
For irons, Kirk used a combination of Callaway Apex Pro ‘21 for his 4-iron and Callaway Apex MB ‘18 models for 5 through 9 irons, all equipped with Project X LZ 125 6.5 shafts. His wedges were from Callaway Jaws Raw and Vokey Design SM9 lines, complemented by WedgeWorks, all paired with True Temper Dynamic Gold S200 shafts.
Kirk employed an Odyssey White Hot OG No. 5 putter and played with Titleist Pro V1x balls, gripping his clubs with Golf Pride Tour Velvet for optimal control.
Significance of the Win for Kirk’s Career
This victory marked Kirk’s first PGA Tour win since 2015, reflecting a significant comeback on the professional golf stage. His ability to prevail under pressure in the sudden-death playoff at PGA National highlights his resilience and skill, likely boosting his confidence and positioning him for future success on tour.
