Unique Clubs In Play | Jordan Spieth’s Titleist TSi2 Hybrid and Corey Pavin’s TaylorMade Rescue Mid 4 Hybrid

Three-time major champion Jordan Spieth is renowned for his exceptional short game and putting, but his ball-striking often is the part of his game that gets him into contention. He's also known for his loyalty to certain models. Case in point: his Titleist TSi2 Hybrid (21 degrees) with a D1 hosel setting.

The Titleist TSi2 Hybrid, released in 2021, quickly gained a reputation for its combination of speed, forgiveness, and versatility. It was designed with a more traditional, wood-like profile, appealing to players who prefer the look of a miniature fairway wood over an iron-like hybrid. The key technologies included a high-strength Carpenter 455 forged face insert, which generated impressive ball speeds, and a deeper, more forgiving clubhead design. The Active Recoil Channel (ARC) sole slot further enhanced ball speed and optimized launch, especially on shots struck low on the face.

Spieth's choice of the 21-degree model fills a crucial gap between his fairway wood and long irons, providing a reliable option for long par-3s, tight tee shots, or getting to distant par-5s in two. His D1 hosel setting on the Titleist SureFit system adjusts the loft by -1 degree from standard and keeps the lie angle standard. This likely gives Spieth a slightly lower, more penetrating flight with his hybrid, allowing him to control trajectory and spin.

An even older hybrid is currently in the hands of a major champion, as Corey Pavin is still wielding the legendary TaylorMade Rescue Mid 4 Hybrid (22 degrees). The club is a living piece of golf history that played a significant role in popularizing the hybrid category across all levels of the game.

Released in the early 2000s, the original TaylorMade Rescue line, and particularly the Rescue Mid, was a groundbreaking innovation. Before these clubs, golfers often struggled with long irons, finding them difficult to hit consistently. The Rescue Mid offered a game-changing solution by combining the forgiveness and higher launch of a wood with the playability of an iron. Its key features included a wide, low-profile clubhead with a low and deep center of gravity (CG), making it exceptionally easy to get the ball airborne. The "Pull Face" construction with a 455 stainless steel face allowed for a thin and strong hitting area, increasing ball speed. The cambered double sole design reduced turf interaction, making it versatile from various lies.

Corey Pavin, known for his precision and short game artistry throughout his career, found the Rescue Mid to be an indispensable tool. His continued use of the 22-degree 4-hybrid highlights its enduring playability.

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