4 days ago

Why Hybrids and Fairway Woods Are Replacing Long Irons on Tour

Top pros are shelving 3-, 4-, and even 5-irons for hybrids and fairway woods. With lower centers of gravity, these clubs launch higher, land softer, and offer greater forgiveness. Fitters say the data proves it—better apex, tighter gaps, and more consistent spin. True Spec Golf recommends fittings to optimize CG, launch, and distance gaps.