Ben Griffin’s victory came as no surprise to those following his consistent play all season. The North Carolina native showcased a blend of precision, composure, and elite control to claim the 2025 World Wide Technology Championship title in commanding fashion. Griffin’s steady ball-striking and short game consistency were on full display, powered by a bag that perfectly matches his balanced, controlled approach to the game.
Let’s take a closer look inside Griffin’s winning setup. All WITB information is courtesy of GolfWRX.
Driver: PING G430 Max 10K (9°)
Shaft: UST Mamiya LIN-Q Proto V1 7 TX
Griffin’s G430 Max 10K driver is built for ultimate stability and forgiveness. The 10K model, with its exceptionally high MOI, minimizes twisting on off-center hits, helping him keep drives in play under pressure. Paired with the yet to be released low-torque LIN-Q Proto shaft, the combo delivers a penetrating yet controlled launch.
Fitting Insight:
For players who value accuracy, the G430 Max 10K is an ideal fit. Pairing a stable prototype, tip-stiff shaft like the LIN-Q V1 helps reduce spin and tighten dispersion, especially for players with quick transitions like Griffin.
3-Wood: TaylorMade Qi10 (15°)
Shaft: UST Mamiya LIN-Q Proto V1 8 TX
The Qi10 3-wood offers Griffin a high-launching, powerful option off the tee and from the fairway. Another addition of the new LIN-Q shaft adds a consistent feel across his metals while keeping spin in check — ideal for hitting controlled shots into par 5s.
Fitting Insight:
If you tend to hit your 3-wood too high or spinny, moving into a slightly heavier, lower-launch shaft like the LIN-Q Proto V1 can help flatten flight while maintaining control. This combination is a weapon into the longer par 5’s that he experiences on the PGA Tour.
7-Wood: TaylorMade Qi10 (21°)
Shaft: UST Mamiya LIN-Q Proto V1 9 TX
Replacing a traditional long iron, Griffin’s 7-wood gives him effortless launch and the ability to hold greens from long range. The higher loft and shallow face make it a go-to option for confidence in many players’ bags.
Fitting Insight:
Many players – even tour players- are replacing 3- and 4-irons with high-lofted woods for better height and stopping power. During fittings, this swap is usually utilized in the fittings where we are not getting enough stopping power in the top end of the bag. The trick is to make sure we get a slightly heavier shaft in there to compliment the rest of the top of the bag.
Irons: Mizuno Pro S3 (4–PW)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Griffin’s Mizuno Pro S3 irons deliver that signature forged Mizuno feel with added forgiveness. They allow him to flight the ball down when needed while maintaining spin control and consistency through the bag.
Fitting Insight:
For accomplished players who want a softer feel without losing stability, the Pro S3 offers the perfect balance. We typically use this head for lower handicap players who need the precision that a blade has to offer but is looking for some forgiveness.
Wedges: Mizuno Pro T1 (51°) | TaylorMade MG5 (56°, 60° SB09)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Griffin opts for a mixed wedge setup that covers all conditions. The Mizuno T1 serves as his gap wedge for full shots, while the MG5 set provides exceptional spin and control for short game creativity and bunker play.
Fitting Insight:
Selecting wedge grinds based on your primary turf and sand conditions is critical. Griffin’s blend of versatile soles and mid bounce options helps him adapt to both tight lies and softer sand — a key factor in his short game consistency. It is not unfamiliar to see the gap wedge be different to the other wedges, as it is primarily a full swing club. You want to keep some familiarity in the full swing clubs so you can be as precise as possible.
Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour X
The biggest change to Griffin’s setup came on the greens this week. Griffin switched from his longtime Scotty Cameron Concept 2 Tour Prototype — a blade-style putter that helped him rank as high as 19th in Strokes Gained: Putting for 2025 — to the TaylorMade Spider Tour X for the World Wide Technology Championship.
Fitting Insight:
For players who occasionally struggle with face control or alignment using a blade, switching to a mallet with more forgiveness can yield instant confidence. The Spider Tour X is especially effective for golfers seeking a square setup and smoother tempo under pressure.