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Mizuno RB Tour 2022 Golf Ball Review

Three years and 99 prototypes in the making, how did the new Mizuno RB Tour 2022 golf ball perform on course?

A solid mid-price golf ball that offers all-around performance at both ends of the bag with the amount of greenside spin is the only real performance question. While the brand has improved on the overall durability of its golf balls, it still scuffs up quicker than its competitors.

Solid, penetrating ball flight

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With three years of R&D and 99 different prototypes under Mizuno's belt, there was indeed plenty of excitement when the brand finally launched the 2022 version of its RB Tour ball. The 2020 version was one of the best mid-price golf balls of the year, and I was keen to see what improvements the brand had been able to make on this golf ball after so much time in between iterations.

The new RB Tour features a soft urethane cover, a high-speed ionomer mantle layer, and a high-energy softcore to provide a ball that should have low launching, and low spinning characteristics in the long game with high greenside spin. Mizuno was also keenly aware of how quickly the old ball scuffed up, so I was interested to see how they'd improved on durability - more on that later.

Neil Tappin putting with the Mizuno RB Tour 2022 golf balls

Much like how Titleist ProV1 is to ProV1x, the RB Tour is the lower launching and lower spinning of the two new Mizuno models. Interestingly, the spin profile of both new Mizuno balls was very similar and the real difference was found in how the RB Tour launched. Indeed, the RB Tour created a significantly lower ball flight than the RB Tour X . In fact, with an average peak height with a driver of 89ft, it shot through the air with a peak height 14ft lower than that of the RB Tour X. The same was seen in mid-iron and wedge shots, with the RB Tour living up to the billing by launching lower in thelong game. On the course, this translates a powerful, penetrating ball flight when you need it the most.

As for the short game, greenside spin was solid although it was quite a bit less than the RB Tour X, which was strange. With some short pitch shots with a 54° wedge, the RB Tour offered 6454 revolutions of backspin on average. Versus some of its main competitors, it's a little down and it should have been spinning more than the RB Tour X.

Neil Tappin testing the Mizuno RB Tour golf ball on a chipping green

One of the biggest concerns with the 2020 ball was how quickly it scuffed up. One trip to a particularly coarse bunker or one thwack off the middle of a tree and the 2020 balls has some significant scuff marks across the cover. Mizuno has clearly worked hard on resolving these issues and there is a marked improvement in how the 2020 version scuffed up. For my liking though, it still started to show wear too quickly. There's no doubt that these balls scuff up more than its direct competitors like the Wilson Triad , Titleist Tour Speed , and TaylorMade Tour Response .

Overall, the 2022 Mizuno RB Tour golf ball is a great performer in the long game, with low spin and launch allowing the ball to travel with a punchy flight. While the short game spin was a little disappointing versus competitors, there's no doubt that Mizuno has made positive strides in a golf ball that offers great value for money in the mid-priced golf ball space.

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The all-new Q-STAR TOUR is our softest ball that delivers tour-level performance in a reworked 3-piece design. Q-STAR TOUR now features a slightly harder compression rating for powerful ball speeds, coupled with an even softer urethane cover for more approach shot spin and a satisfying, softer feel.

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We start with the core of the core, then, add thousands of layers for a gradual transition from firm to soft. This generation's core is reformulated for a slightly higher compression rating that promotes better ball speeds and distance off the tee. But, we still kept the core soft enough to do two things: reduce long-game sidespin for more accuracy with Woods and Irons, and, deliver tour-level control on approach shots.

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Bridgestone Tour B330, B330-S, B3330-RX, B330-RXS Golf Ball Review

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The most complete line up of Tour-level golf balls on the market. An option for every swing speed and player preference.

Introduction

When I say that Bridgestone’s Tour B330 family is the most complete in the game, it’s not hyperbole, it’s fact. What other line up has a ball that perfectly fits PGA Tour winners like Matt Kuchar and Brandt Snedeker, LPGA winners like Paula Creamer and Karrie Webb, as well as the thousands of recreational golfers who buy them in pro shops every week? By offering a matrix of fitting options for high and low spin and high and low swing speed players, Bridgestone is assured that every golfer can be fit into a Tour B330 ball.

Each ball in the Tour B330 family has a unique feel. The B330 is the firmest, with a nice “thock” off the putter. The softest is the B330-RXS which comes off with a more mushy, buttery “thud.” The B330-S and B330-RX have distinct feels, but it’s hard to definitively say which is softer. The B330-RX feels similar to the B330, but just marginally softer. The B330-S has more of a “thud” like the B330-RXS, but just a touch firmer.

In all honesty, if you like any ball in this family, you could probably be happy playing any other ball. Each one is easily recognizable as a first-tier tour ball, and it’s only on close examination that you can pinpoint the differences in sound and feel between each one.

For long game testing, I hit each ball on a launch monitor with a driver, hybrid, and a long iron. What I found was perfectly in line with my expectations and past experience with the Bridgestone Tour B330 series. The B330 was the lowest spinning and firmest. It’s the ball that’s designed for the big hitter who wants maximum distance. For me, the B330-S spun just slightly more and was nearly equal to the B330-RX. The B330-RXS spun the most and had the softest feel off the long clubs.

In terms of ball speed, the difference between the standard and RX models was negligible for me. However, I’m a poor example of the differences between the two types as my swing speed is very near the dividing line of 105 MPH. For players with swing speeds substantially above that threshold, ball speeds should be higher with the B330 and B330-S. I had some players with slower swing speeds (90MPH and below) try these balls with their drivers and they got significantly better returns from the RX and RXS.

In the short game, the “S” balls really separated themselves from the B330 and B330-RX: both spun measurably more on full and partial wedge shots. Though the difference was clear on the launch monitor, it was less noticeable on the course. The B330-S definitely feels softer and checked up a little faster than the B330, but it was not as if one spun back and the other ran out.

If you’re a skilled player, I would recommend judging the short game ability of these balls on feel as much as launch monitor spin numbers because any of these balls is more than capable of performing any short game shot. Though the B330-S and B330-RXS did post higher spin numbers, players who prefer a firmer feel off their wedges should opt for the B330 and B330-RX.

Who This Ball Is For

Anyone who wants to play a Tour ball but doesn’t want to compromise on distance. There’s a ball in this line up for every player, from the high speed, high spin bomber (B330) to the lower speed player who wants every last RPM (B330-RXS).

To find the perfect Tour B330 model for you, Bridgestone offers a couple of good options. To find a free, live fitting, check out their calendar of events ( HERE ) to see if they’re coming to your area. If you can’t make it to an in person fitting, there’s the online Golf Ball Selection Guide ( HERE ) which is pretty slick. You input some basic information (driver distance, average score, etc) and, based on their fitting database (250,000+ fittings and counting), they make 3 recommendations. Next to each recommendation, they display the percentage of golfers like you who were fit into each ball. The online tool fit me to my favorite Tour B330 model, the Tour B330-S.

If you want a tour caliber golf ball that will let you dial in exactly the feel and amount of spin you want in addition to being fit for your swing speed, the Bridgestone Tour B330 family is your best option. No other golf balls deliver tour performance for amateur-level swing speeds like the B330-RX and B330-RXS, and you need look no further than the hottest golfer on the planet, Matt Kuchar, to see how well the B330-S performs on the world’s biggest stage.

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Hi there Matt,

I have been playing whatever ball I could find and now want to start using one ball exclusively. Obviously, the Pro V1 / V1x have been recommended, but I don’t like the price tag. Would you say these Bridgestones (esp B330 and B330S), if properly fit, are the same in performance?

The Bridgestones are every bit as good as the Titleists.

Matt, could you give me more info/specs on then B330RX versus the RX S model balls. (Is Bridgestone still making the “S”?

The main differences are feel and a small amount of short game spin. I would just play the one you like the feel of.

Yes, the S is still in the line up.

Thanks, Matt. ( So “S” is for spin not “soft”….can be confusing these days.)

Is there a difference between the Bridgestone RXS’s that have the name “Bridgestone Golf” vs. the “B” logo? I’ve bought both online and they are in the same new packaging. Both claim to be 2016/2017 version.

I haven’t seen any of the new versions with “Bridgestone Golf” on the ball, but I would tend to trust the packaging (that they’re all the same ball) assuming they were bought from somewhere reputable.

Which ball is comparable to the e7? TrueType disappointed that they are becoming hard to purchase.

There’s nothing in the B330 line that I would compare to the e7. They’re two very different lines of balls.

Follow-up to my May 7th question: According to Bridgestone, the B330RXS”s that I’ve purchased in the same new 2016/2017 packaging are the SAME ball with different printing. At some point the older “Bridgestone Golf” lettering was changed to the new “B” logo. The balls are the same.

Thanks for the info!

I have been using the “S” ball for years and I love it. I have yet to try the “RXS” however. As far as distance off the tee goes, would you say the “S” ball is longer than the “RXS?” I’m a fairly long hitter but sometimes have trouble having spin on my short irons. So I’m thinking about giving the “RXS” a try.

Whether the S or RXS is longer depends on how it fits the individual. The only way to know is to try a sleeve for yourself.

What is the difference in tour rxs (new red box) and Rxs (silver box) both have the “B’ logo not the “bridgestone”. I was looking for the silver box but could only find the older box with the “bridgstone” logo. So I bought the red box that says Tour Rxs and does not spin on greens as well for me.

It seems like you’re referring to the Tour B: https://pluggedingolf.com/bridgestone-tour-b-x-tour-b-xs-tour-b-rx-tour-b-rxs-golf-ball-review/

Hey Matt, Thanks for all your good info man. I like how you mad it so simple to read and understand. I have one question. Can you let me demo a sleeve of the rxs b330’s? If I like them I will buy two dozen?

I don’t have any RXS left. I’m sure you can buy a sleeve at your local golf shop, though.

I would like a comparison between the B and the B330 lines, please. Do each have the same amount and pattern of dimples? The 330 line is less expensive, I think because I do not believe they have a urethane cover. Please advise.

The B330 line is the older version of what is now called the Tour B, that’s why it’s less money. Both are urethane covered. I’m not sure about the dimple patterns.

I really benefited from here through ths good post, thanks

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Ball Lab: Mizuno RB Tour X Golf Ball Review (2023 model)

BY Tony Covey
Mar 22nd 2023
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MyGolfSpy Ball Lab is where we quantify the quality and consistency of golf balls. Today, we’re reviewing the 2023 Mizuno RB Tour X . To learn more about our test process, click here .

About the Mizuno RB Tour X

The RB Tour X is one of two premium urethane offerings from Mizuno. At $43 per dozen, it doesn’t strike quite the same value proposition of many direct-to-consumer offerings, but it is $5-$10 less than competitive offerings from the industry leaders.

Mizuno says the 2023 RB Tour golf ball lineup is a significant upgrade over the prior generation. It has stepped up the quality while changing the performance specs. Both the previous RB Tour and RB Tour X were what we would classify as excessively high-spin balls. Mizuno says the new balls don’t spin nearly as much and, while the RB Tour X is the higher-spinning off the two, Mizuno classifies it mid-spin (the RB Tour is classified as low-spin).

An image of the 2023 Mizuno RB Tour X golf ball.

Mizuno RB Tour X Construction

With the new RB Tour X golf ball, Mizuno has moved away from four-piece, dual-core construction. Suffice it to say we found some issues with the prior generation, so it’s not particularly surprising that Mizuno, like others in the industry, has moved away from dual-core construction entirely.

The 2023 RB Tour X features three-piece (single core) construction. The cover is TPU (injection-molded) urethane with a unique 272-dimple aerodynamic package.

While the balls are Mizuno-designed from cover to core, they’re produced in Vietnam by Feng Tay. In addition to its in-house RZN brand, the company also produces balls for other DTC brands.

Compression

On our gauge, the Mizuno RB Tour X has an average compression of 95. That’s the same general compression range as balls like the Callaway Chrome Soft X , Srixon Z-Star Diamond and XV (prior-gen) and the 2022 Bridgestone Tour B X .

By nearly any reasonable compression comparison, the RB Tour X qualifies as a firm ball.

Compression Comparison Chart

We’ve had several requests for a standalone compression comparison tool. As it turns out, that tool exists. We created it as part of our Golf Ball Compression FAQ page . At some point, we may merge the two charts but for now the plan is to include this chart in future Ball Labs.

Diameter and Weight

A Mizuno RB Tour X golf ball being weighed

All of the balls in Mizuno RB Tour X sample conformed to USGA rules for both diameter and weight.

A single ball in the sample failed to meet our standard for roundness. Accordingly, we flagged it as bad.

Centeredness and Concentricity

We found no issues of note with regard to layer concentricity within our Mizuno RB Tour X sample. This appears to be an area of improvement over the prior version.

Core Consistency

the core of a Mizuno RB Tour X golf ball

The Mizuno RB Tour X isn’t particularly fun as far as coloring goes but we don’t give style or beauty points anyway. We did observe a bit of regrind in a healthy percentage of the sample. It’s common practice among two-piece balls to reuse a bit of inert material as filler. And while it is a bit less common in the premium space, it absolutely does happen and unless we see something weird on the gauges (which we didn’t) it isn’t cause for concern.

No cover defects were identified.

Mizuno RB Tour X – Consistency

In this section, we detail the consistency of the Mizuno RB Tour X. Our consistency metrics provide a measure of how similar the balls in our sample were to one another relative to all of the models we’ve tested to date.

A chart showing the ball by quality of the Mizuno RB Tour X golf balls

Weight Consistency

At the time of testing, weight consistency for the 2023 Mizuno RB Tour X falls within the average range (though only by a bit).
In general, the RB Tour X qualifies as a light ball which isn’t necessarily ideal in the Tour space.

Diameter Consistency

Diameter consistency falls in the Average range.
While the sample was generally consistent, a single ball did not meet our standard for roundness.

Compression Consistency

Compression consistency falls on the higher end of the Average range.
The compression delta across the sample was only 7.8 points which is two points better than the current average.

True Price is how we quantify the quality of a golf ball. It's a projection of what you'd have to spend to ensure you get 12 good balls.

The True Price will always be equal to or greater than the retail price. The greater the difference between the retail price and the True Price, the more you should be concerned about the quality of the ball .

To learn more about our test process, how we define “Bad” balls and our True Price metric, check out our About MyGolfSpy Ball Lab page .

Mizuno RB Tour X Golf Ball Quality Summary

From a quality perspective, the new Mizuno RB Tour X represents a significant upgrade over the original. The 2019 model rated as below average (five bad balls, overall score of 60) while the updated RB Tour X rates as well above.

Average quality across the board with concentricity defects
Compression consistency on the high end of the Average range
Impressively tight compression delta
Significant improvement over the original
Weight consistency narrowly falls into the Average range.
Runs light for a Tour ball.

The True Price for the Mizuno RB Tour X is $44.22. That’s just a three-percent increase over the $42.99 retail price.

At the time of testing, the Mizuno RB Tour X golf ball receives a Ball Lab score of 84. That’s 11 points higher than the current average of 73.

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Looking to see the difference between the RB Tour and RB Tour X. Hard to find information out there on the webs. Is there difference in compression between the two balls?

Phil Williams

For all of you who want to see every ball made tested in the ball test I went and looked the conforming ball list at the USGA is roughly 15 pages 75 pages long at 15 balls per page.. I did not do the math but the number of balls is astronomical, Way to many to test each one, The ball test is great kudos to MGS for testing as many as they do. Thanks MGS.

Patrick Drury

I am interested in the performance test results. I tried Mizuno balls about 3 years ago, liked them. Then tried them again last year, hated them. Not sure if I will try again without hearing the performance results.

You ststed that the ball had 272 dimples. Most balls on the market come in around 350 dimples. How much does this affect the flight? Does the ball stay in the air less due to the reduced number? Is it supposed to make the ball go straighter? Thanks.

To answer the question posed, no I would not play this ball (unless I found one which is highly unlikely since probably very few people play it).

Everything Mizuno touches is first class.

After 50+ years of golf, I always come back to Maxfli.

I’m always interested in your product comparisons. But once again, you had no mention of Trust Golf balls. They are DTC and conforming, but never seem to be included.

They’re on the list. Not a highly requested ball, but I’m trying to work them in.

I purchased 4 dozen Mizuno golf balls last year ( 2dz each of the Tour & Tour X). Found a good deal on them on golfballs.com, so figured I’d give them a try. While I liked the performance of both balls, I found that both balls were not very durable, cutting easily on wedge shots (kinda like balata balls used to cut, but not quite that soft). So IMO, the quality of the ball sucked. Has that changed since last year? Even so, I’ll probably stick with Srixon XV and the Maxfli Tour X moving forward. Your earlier reviews of the Maxfli Tour is what led me to try that ball, so I really appreciate the data and feedback you provide in these tests.

You don’t have the same data for the 23 MaxFlis yet? Thanks

Testing in progress.

Mizuno included a sleeve of RB Tour in the box my new clubs were in. They seemed to perform about the same as my Maxfli Tours. But since that didn’t putt or float any better, I will stick with the Maxfli.

Yeah that’s not near enough to get me to consider switching from Maxfli Tours, or even to TRY these considering the cost divided by proven reputation.

You tested the RBTour X but not the RBTour? I thought you usually tested them at the same time

Is the RB tour test coming at a later date?

Yup. Probably would have done the standard first but there was a little shipping snafu with one of the retailers we ordered from. Last of the RB Tour came a little late.

Thanks Look forward to it

Mizuno says the new balls don’t spin as much, but what does MGS say about the new balls’ spin? Is there test data on that? Or trajectory, or feel, or distance? While these reviews are entertaining to read, most golfers are really not concerned about weight, core and cover defects. 0% of golfers will be able to tell a ball is “a bit” too heavy or slightly out of tolerance for diameter by .001 and say “well, hell, can’t play that one!”. As usual, the report misses the bigger picture of the ball characteristics golfers really care about.. But hey, people will read anything about golf and gets MGS web traffic, so I get it.

Mark, you seem angry for a guy missing the point. We have a robot test in the works for later this year. That’s where our performance data will come from.

You inadvertently touched on why we do this. I think you’re right, I think many golfers won’t notice the differences caused by bad balls, manufacturing variations, etc. (though I wouldn’t be so bold as to put the number at 0%). The thing is, whether you notice it or not, those things – and the impact from shot to shot absolutely are real. So, even if you don’t notice it (I get that – I wish it were possible to 100% recreate a golf shot with a different ball or with the same ball in a different orientation, but alas, it isn’t), the quality of ball absolutely has an impact on your score.

These MGS tests, in my opinion, are merely to determine the quality aspect of balls, not whether any ball is better for a particular person. That’s for you, the golfer, to find out. I have played Chrome Soft almost from when they first came out to the present. I read the initial MGS Chrome Soft reviews.. Did I stop playing Chrome Softs? No, because they work for me and I never had a bad experience of a ball “malfunctioning” due to bad quality. However, the fact that Callaway retooled their lab for increased quality tells me that someone DID pay attention to the MGS review. So therefore, me, a Chrome Soft user, ultimately benefited from that MGS poor review.

Brian Parkinson

You mention the robot test for performance data. Is it listed somewhere on the site for prior years? Can’t seem to find it.

This is basically why I have stopped coming here. There is no real data and because of this no real useful information for the average consumer.

Christopher

I think we’re mixing up performance versus manufacturing consistency. They’re two separate things. It’s not if a ball suits your game it’s if that ball suits your game is it worth buying or is it worth looking at another ball that performs the same, but has higher manufacturing consistencies?

Performance data is great, but if the best ball for you is great for 8-9 out of a dozen and the other 3-4 are eggs (relatively speaking), wouldn’t you want to know? and go looking for the perfect dozen?

Yes, the data is dry, but once you have performance data, wouldn’t a quick look at whether the ball consistently plays that way useful knowledge?

Quality control isn’t important to the consumer? This is far more important than a test on most flight characteristics since those vary dramatically from person to person, based on their swing. You’re completely missing the point, but what else is new from a loudmouth on the internet…

It’s data. Do what you want with it. A scientific look. Period. Give a premium ball to a high handicapper. and what will happen — nothing.

I play Mizuno irons, I would not play the Mizuno ball. I am probably missing the boat here but there are only three balls I would play. Titleist Pro-V, Srixon Z Star, Maxfli Tour X. I play Maxflis because the price is awesome, the performance is awesome and they are just as good as Pro-V’s. All other balls are just pretenders.

I don’t play anything Mizuno. I tried some irons similar to MP-57s. Anything Mizuno has done hasn’t impressed me. I was turned off to Mizuno player irons from my experience a few years back. Golf balls under the Mizuno name won’t find a home in my golf bag.

Very nice that Mizuno seems to not have given up on the premium ball space. I’ve been playing the RB Tour since mid-2020 and while I have noticed the occasional bad ball have been quite happy with them. I had struggled with high spin on my driver while I didn’t have the time to put in the short game hours to swap to a firm ball like the Tour B X. So I’m eagerly awaiting the Ball Lab for the new RB Tour as I’d quite like to stay with Mizuno if only for the “cool underground tech” factor … as long as it’s within reason and I’m not giving up too much performance.

Chris Proulx

I am playing the RB Tour balls so far this season and I’m really impressed. They have very similar carry numbers compared to Pro V1s when played on the same day. I don’t want a ball with more spin on the driver so I likely won’t play the Tour X version but anyone looking to save a few dollars would be pleased with the RB Tours IMO.

Would it be possible to include a spin rate for the balls? Off a driver, a 7 iron or wedge? How about ball speeds for the same clubs at various swing speeds.

I’m not sure the purpose of this ball lab other than to determine if balls meet certain quality standards. I’m far more interested in performance standards.

Without performance metrics, ball labs seems silly. Like measuring the quality of golf clubs for most wanted, but not addressing the performance.

Brian, agreed. MGS “ball lab tests” are just about useless. How about some info that golfers really care about like cover durability, trajectory and spin rate? No one cares about weight and circumference tolerance.

since I am still high handicap I would not play this ball due to price….I still need to play with $20-$30 balls so for now I will stay withg Oncor Elexir

Given I received 7 bad balls in three dozen NEW prov1s I purchased, I may need to look to a new ball. These seem much improved over prior versions.

Neither of your charts go up to 2023.

My bad. Fixed.

I typically try and update the charts the night before so as to save me the trouble of forgetting to do it in the morning. This time, I went ahead and forgot.

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It’s official, low and mid-handicap golfers no longer need to pay premium prices to play a premium performance golf ball, thanks to the Maxfli Tour and Tour X.

Sure, the Pro V1 & Pro V1x have earned their place as the unofficial gold standard of premium golf balls, but the budget-friendly alternatives from Maxfli, the Tour and Tour X, are proof you can harness top-end performance without the nauseating price.

We took both of these Maxfli models out for a spin to compare how they performed against each other, and the competition. Here’s our complete review of the Maxfli Tour and Tour X golf balls.

Spoiler Alert: Maxfli Tour & Tour X Final Verdict

Maxfli’s premium offerings are really impressive. The biggest takeaway from our testing was the control around the greens, but we were also impressed with the distance off the tee, and everything in between. We also found these balls to be highly durable.

Mid and low-handicap golfers with swing speeds of 95+ mph who want distance off the tee, like to shape shots, and need a ball that’s crafty around the greens, but are tired of spending $50 or more on a dozen balls, should give these a try.

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Before we detail how the Tour and Tour X performed in our testing, let’s take a look at how the two balls compare to each other, the pros and cons, and which option is likely the better fit for you.

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While both balls are urethane-covered, higher compression balls, there are some subtle differences between the Maxfli Tour and Tour X. Most notably, the Tour X is a four-piece ball, while the Tour is 3-pieces. The X also has a slightly higher compression, which helps it reach higher top-end distance.

Tour & Tour X Pros & Cons

Given the price and performance, there’s a lot to love about the Tour and Tour X balls from Maxfli, but like any ball, they’re not for every golfer.

The better control you have over your shot shape and trajectory, the better this ball fits your game. Golfers who sometimes struggle with a hook or slice may find these balls to be unforgiving and would benefit more from a ball that prioritizes straight flight over spin.

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Similarly, the higher compression ratings of these balls mean they’re best for players with faster swing speeds. Players with slower swing speeds (even low-handicappers) may see better performance from a softer, lower-compression ball. Low handicappers who don’t swing fast enough to reap the performance of these balls should consider the Maxfli Tour S, the lower-compression sibling to the Tour and Tour X.

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Which Golfers Should Play the Maxfli Tour?

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The Maxfli Tour best fits mid-to-low handicap golfers who swing driver 95 mph or faster, and prioritize greenside feel and control. They either like a penetrating ball flight, or want a ball that will help lower their existing ball flight. Distance is important, but it doesn’t trump short-game control.

Which Golfers Should Play the Maxfli Tour X?

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Like the Tour, the Maxfli Tour X is a great ball for mid-to-low handicap players with moderate to fast swing speeds, 95 mph or above with a driver.

However, players who prioritize maximum distance over greenside feel, and either prefer a higher ball flight, or need a ball that will help them launch it a little higher, fit better into the Tour X than the Tour.

Maxfli Tour vs. Tour X

We compared the Maxfli Tour and Tour X with some serious testing at the practice green and on the course. Here’s how they stacked up.

Off the Tee

Off the tee, the Tour X churned out higher top-end distance, but both balls rewarded well-struck drives with satisfying distance.

Both balls performed exactly how you’d expect a premium ball to perform in the approach game. Both held greens with ease off irons and wedges. Distances in the approach game were consistent with other balls in the class, and as premium balls, both the Tour and Tour X are easy to shape and flight however you desire.

The Tour X launched just a touch higher than the Tour, which made those flushed mid-iron shots even more satisfying, which is why we gave the edge in this category to the Tour X.

However, players who prefer a penetrating flight, or already hit the ball high, perhaps too high, should favor the Tour in this category.

We were particularly impressed with the Tour and Tour X around the greens. Both balls were easy to control from greenside chips, making the two-hop-and-stop chip shot look easy.

Comparing the two, the Tour had the edge over the Tour X in greenside control. It launched just a touch lower on chip shots and stopped a little quicker, making it easier to control. The Tour X still performed exceptionally, but the point goes to the Tour.

Even though the Tour X technically won more categories than the Tour, the thrill of hitting creative chips and pitches around the green with the Tour outweighed a couple yards off the tee or a slightly higher launch window from the Tour X, so we gave the overall nod to the Tour.

Even at the one-box price of $40 per dozen, the Tour and Tour X are more than a 20% savings over the Pro V line. When you buy in bulk, you save even more. Two dozen balls cost $35 per dozen, and if you buy four boxes at a time, they’re just $30 per dozen, which is getting close to half the price of the $53 per dozen Pro V1 and Pro V1x.

Find Which Model is Best for You

Every golfer is different, and every player has different demands from their ball than others. Golfers may even experience different results than we did with their own swings and impact conditions.

With that said, and given the affordability of these balls, we strongly recommend any low-to-mid handicap golfer on the market for a budget-friendly, premium ball to do their own testing and comparison between the two to find which one best suits their game.

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TaylorMade Tour Response Review – Worth The Price?

Matt Callcott-Stevens started playing golf at the age of 4 when Rory Sabattini's father put a 7-iron and putter in his hand. He has experienced all the highs and lows the game can throw at you and has now settled down as a professional golf writer. He holds a Postgraduate in Sports Marketing and has played golf for 28 years. Current Handicap: 8

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In my honest review of the TaylorMade Tour Response golf balls, I’ll share why these affordable, urethane golf balls suit mid-handicappers.

In my experience, the Tour Responses borrow multiple features from the famed TP5 and TP5x . However, they’re a better fit for moderate swing speeds.

After reading my feedback, you’ll know if upgrading to the all-around Tour Response is beneficial for your game. The fast-rebounding, high-spinning golf ball is attractive to most golfers, and this post reveals whether they’re worth spending your hard-earned money on.

Why listen to us? Our team has tested dozens and dozens of the top balls on the market (you can read in-depth review of each here ). We keep detailed notes and findings about each one to come up with our recommendations for you.

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Overall Score: 8.8/10

Three-piece ball, ultra low compression hi-spring core, speedmantle high flex material (hfm), soft tough urethane, tour flight dimple pattern, compression, compressible, low driver spin, driver ball speed, aerodynamics, price for a urethane ball, clicky acoustics, distracting alignment aid, overall rating and thoughts.

After completing my review of the TaylorMade Tour Response, I’m in awe of these golf balls. It’s not often that a moderate swing speed player like myself can enjoy the luxuries of consistently launching a multi-layer urethane golf ball.

I enjoyed its low long-game spin and rapid ball speed, combined with aerodynamic dimples to enhance carry and total distance. It further impressed me around the green when its Soft Tough Urethane cover bit into my grooves and produced sublime spin for greater short-game control.

Despite the positives, I’ll acknowledge that the Tour Response golf balls are pricey relative to other mid-range balls. However, compared to urethane-covered products like the Pro V1 and TaylorMade TP5, it’s affordable and worth the price if you desire long-game distance and short-game spin.

TaylorMade compiled 3 layers to craft the Tour Response for optimal long-game distance without impacting greenside spin. I found the Ultra Low Compression core did a wealth of heavy lifting to maximize rebound and ball speed while minimizing driver spin.

The second layer is a High Flex Material Speed Mantle. It enhances energy transfer off the clubface on high-impact strikes, accelerating ball speed and containing spin for a powerful launch. A Soft Tough Urethane cover completes the design, promoting enhanced feel, control, and spin around the green.

My moderate swing speed enjoyed every strike on the Tour Response, owing to its Hi-Spring Core. It boosted my energy transfer on long shots, causing the ball to rebound rapidly off the clubface with limited spin and optimal velocity for a high-launching shot.

I felt it provided that extra bit of speed needed to increase my yardage from the tee box. This a trait most medium swing speed mid-handicappers will appreciate.

The HFM Speed Mantle is a firm structure inserted between the core and the Soft Tough Urethane cover. I found the Speedmantle delivers superior energy transfer on high-impact strikes thanks to its high-flex material. It aided the core in preserving ball speed and restricting spin revolutions for increased distance.

I’m always a sucker for a urethane cover, purely for the spin they afford me with my wedges. The downside is their durability, or lack thereof, after a few trips to the bunker. I noticed the firmer urethane cover held well for longer compared to my experience with cast urethane covers.

Durability aside, the cover bit into my wedge grooves and delivered an outstanding spin rate to give me desirable bite around the greens. Although my mid and long iron spin rate was lower than usual, the softer cover propelled my ball to land rapidly on approach.

TaylorMade applied the dimple design from the TP5 to the Tour Response for exceptional aerodynamics on take-off and landing. The Tour Flight Dimple pattern features flat, shallow dimples, which boost airflow, restrict drag, and enhance lift for greater carry distance.

The ball landed softly on approach, raising its shot-stopping profile thanks to its lift enhancement.

A core feature of the Soft Response balls is the Stripe range, built to elevate your alignment off the tee and on the dancefloor. The standard option in the Soft Response range has a lime stripe running around the ball’s perimeter, and a Blue Pink design is ideal for trendsetters.

Traditionalists aren’t forgotten. TaylorMade finished the Tour Response balls in a traditional white coat and a Hi-Visibility yellow. The latter is the easiest of all finishes to follow in the air and locate in the thick rough.

Performance

The Tour Response range aren’t the cheapest golf balls on the market, which is what would stop me from playing them. For context, they’re listed as $7 lower than the recommended retail price of a dozen TP5 balls.

Although I recognize the Tour Response’s affordability compared to other urethane golf balls, they’re pricey for the average golfer. I paid $14 more for a box of Tour Responses compared to the TaylorMade Soft Response balls .

I relished the feel of the Tour Response on all shots, but their softness particularly shone through with my irons, wedges, and putter. The impact was smooth, and the soft ball improved my feedback to identify precisely where the clubface struck the ball on approach and around the green.

The combination of a moderate compression and a Soft Tough Urethane cover were directly responsible for the welcome feel.

In my experience, the Tour Response produced clicky acoustics off the putter face and on wedge shots. This didn’t impact the overall performance of the ball. However, I prefer playing a ball with solid acoustics. It boils down to my preference, and the Tour Response didn’t match it.

My moderate swing speed thrived on long shots with the highly compressible core. The medium compression delivered superb spring off my metal woods and long irons, accelerating ball speed and reducing spin. The result was a consistent driver, fairway woods, and long iron distance.

Despite my successes with the Tour Response, I feel slower swing speeds may still struggle to generate maximum contact with the ball. Instead, I’d be more comfortable with you using the softer, easier, and more strikable Soft Response golf balls.

My ability to induce optimal energy transfer on long shots was rewarded with lower spin levels than my standard results. Although marginally less, I produced 2325 rpm of driver backspin, only 175 rpm lower than my average.

The reduced backspin helped me preserve ball acceleration for a powerful launch, consistent flight, and carry distance. Furthermore, I noticed the lower spin encouraged increased roll upon landing, giving me an extra 10 yards off the tee.

The low-spinning nature of the Tour Response golf balls continued to show as I tested my mid and long irons. For context, my 7-iron metrics showed me producing 80 rpm less than my average, which honestly led to minimal difference in my launch, spin, and distance.

Although I produced less backspin than usual, I found my ball biting rapidly on approach, exhibiting its shot-stopping power.

The wedge spin on the TaylorMade Tour Response is its best asset in my eyes. It’s more affordable than a TP5 but returned an outstanding spin rate on full wedge strikes, chips, flops, and bunker shots.

I notched up 10540 rpm backspin on my full wedge shots, 400 more than I produced with the Soft Response range.

The Soft Tough Urethane gripped into my wedge grooves, elevating friction and allowing me to impart enhanced spin revolutions onto the ball. I found it particularly easy to control on chip, pitch, and flop shots as it afforded me the chance to attack the flag and stop the ball dead near my target.

I was seriously impressed with my driver ball speed, producing 141.8 mph, over 4 mph more than I achieved with the TP5. The highly compressible core and Speedmantle layer exploded my ball off the clubface with limited spin to generate a soaring, powerful launch and ample carry distance.

My rapid ball speed continued into the irons. I clocked 117 mph on 7-iron shots, 1 mph faster than my average. The 117 mph speed also proved four mph faster than my returns with the Soft Response. I enjoyed outstanding carry distance on approach owing to the rapid velocity and lower spin.

I welcomed my distance results off the tee. My optimal distance is owed to the enhanced energy transfer at impact from the compressible core and highly flexible Speedmantle. The ball exploded off the clubface, leading to a lofted launch and satisfactory carry distance.

My ball flew for an average of 267 yards before hitting the deck and rolling a further 10 yards to give me a total of 276 yards. This meant I outdrove the TP5 by an average of 2 yards.

The shot-stopping power of the Tour Response saw my ball lose roll on approach. However, it helped me hold tight greens. I propelled my ball 148 yards in the air, and it only rolled out a further 2 yards after hitting the green. My 150-yard total distance was marginally lengthier than my average, showcasing the consistency of my results.

I appreciated its ability to stop rapidly on approach because it boosted my control and left me within earshot of my target.

A lower spin rate and explosive ball speed collaborated to send my metal woods and iron shots high and long. I felt the ball was a breeze to launch with my moderate swing speed, and there was never doubt over me getting my ball airborne.

I noticed the aerodynamic dimples elevated the ball into the heavens and extended its flight thanks to its lift-efficient design. The consequence of higher flight on my iron shots was rapid bite on the green. However, I still enjoyed adequate roll on tee shots with an average of 10 yards.

What I Like About The TaylorMade Tour Response

I enjoyed the elevated compressibility of the Tour Response, prompting ball acceleration, lower spin, and a high launch. The Hi-Spring core was incredibly responsive off the clubface on metal woods, hybrid, and long iron shots.

Although suited to my medium swing speed, slower swing speed golfers will likely produce better results with the lower compression Soft Response.

I appreciated the Tour Response’s ability to contain driver spin to preserve ball speed. The outcome was a towering launch, prompting ample carry and roll upon landing for an impressive total distance average.

The increased spin delivered by the Tour Response boosted my short-game control and allowed me to attack the flag. The Soft Tough Urethane cover gripped into my wedge grooves and sent the ball spinning off the face to land softly on full shots and after a quick hop on chip and pitches.

Thanks to its high compression core and flexible Speedmantle, the Tour Response provided accelerated ball speed with the big stick. The components maximized my energy transfer at contact, limited spin and preserved pace for a powerful launch and high ball flight.

I approved the aerodynamic Tour Flight Dimple pattern, which resisted drag and boosted lift for optimal carry distance. The higher flight further aided my cause on approach, as it boosted the ball’s shot-stopping power to hold tight greens.

Although the Tour Response isn’t the cheapest ball on the market, it’s affordable for a urethane-covered construction. It makes it marginally more affordable for mid-handicappers to acquire and enjoy.

An alternative affordable urethane golf ball to consider is the Cut Blue . As my colleague Brit explains, it doesn’t replace premium urethane golf balls. However, it’s perfect for mid-handicappers seeking tour-like features for the price of a distance ball.

What I Dislike About The TaylorMade Tour Response

The clicky noise off the putter, irons, and wedge face isn’t my preferred sound. I enjoy a solid sound as the ball leaves the clubface. However, this has no bearing on the performance of the golf ball and it didn’t change my overall opinion.

My second criticism applies only to the Stripe Tour Response balls. When my ball was lying on a slope, the angle of the alignment aid was off-putting. Rick Shiels does an excellent job of highlighting this conundrum in the video below:

Effectively, the Stripe would run diagonally to the flag target line, and this feature messed with my head at address and impact.

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AUGUSTA, Ga. — There was a tinge of resignation in Fred Ridley’s voice on Wednesday at Augusta National Golf Club. The chairman of the Masters was conducting his usual Wednesday press conference, and the subject was the upcoming rollback of the golf ball, set to be instituted for professionals in 2028.

For years, Augusta National, legitimately concerned that its famed golf course could become competitively obsolete, has urged golf’s governing bodies to do something to limit the length the golf balls flies. That action finally came when the USGA and R&A announced in December 2023 that changes in testing golf balls might lead to the longest hitters in the game driving the ball 13-15 yards shorter, while average tour players might see a 9-11-yard reduction.

In his opening remarks on Wednesday, Ridley offered his support of the governing bodies’ efforts, but most of his other comments on the subject seemed to note his concern about where the game is headed on distance.

“As I understand, and I don't think it's across the board, but if you use 5 percent as an approximate number, a player hitting it 320 yards is going to lose 16 yards,” Ridley said. “So that's not insignificant. What we found, though, over the years is that we lengthen the golf course, everybody says it's really long, and then two or three years later it's not so really long.

“So, my guess is that even when this change is implemented that maybe other aspects of technology that are within the rules and the physicality and ability, technical ability of the players will catch up. I don't believe that we will start building new tees closer to the greens. It's a possibility, I suppose, but I doubt it. Particularly since this is not going to be implemented for quite some time.”

Translation: Ridley clearly sees that whatever changes to the ball can be significantly made up for in equipment and training, and that may put golf back in the same distance conundrum it faces now.

As Ridley noted, the Masters was played for nearly 70 years at a yardage of 6,900 yards. Then Tiger Woods came along, and he influenced the next generation to be fitter and swing harder, along with manufacturers continuing to up their own games. The result: This year’s Masters, with the addition of 10 yards added to the No. 2 tee, will be tipped out at 7,600 yards.

“We have some more room, but we don't have a lot,” Ridley said. “So I'm holding to that 8,000-yard red line, and I just hope we never get there.”

Ridley did have one rather pointed comment in regards to the other organizations that staged pro golf tournaments. “Assuming that these regulations are adopted by the PGA Tour and the other tours—and I certainly hope they will be—I think were they not adopted it would cause a great deal of stress in the game, which it doesn't need right now.”

In the aftermath of the rollback announcement, the PGA Tour and PGA of America expressed concern, and neither has confirmed its full support of the rollback.

“We believe the proposed increase in test clubhead speed to 125 mph is disproportional to the rate of increase we see when analyzing PGA Tour radar data,” the tour said in a statement in December. In conjunction with guidance from the Player Advisory Council, Player Directors and Policy Board, we will continue to share our feedback with the USGA and The R&A."

The PGA of America said, "We remain opposed to any change that may potentially lessen the enjoyment of the game for recreational golfers or diminish the unprecedented momentum the game is enjoying. It appears recreational golfers will see a greater reduction in distance than we would advise. While this decrease has been lessened, we continue to recommend being more moderate on the swing speed change for the golf ball conformance test."

In other highlights from Ridley’s address:

• In a two-phase project, Augusta National plans to build an underground parking garage for players that will open next year, along with a future three-level state-of-the-art facility “designed to anticipate every need for players, their families, and support teams.” More details on that are expected next April.

• The club, working with the city of Augusta and First Tee, has committed to a complete renovation of the Augusta Municipal Golf Course—locally known as “The Patch”—that will include a design by architects Tom Fazio and Beau Welling. “I think it has almost unlimited potential,” Ridley said of the project.

• It doesn’t seem that Augusta National will host any other events on the golf calendar anytime soon. In addressing a question about possibly hosting professional women, Ridley noted the creation of the 10-year-old Drive, Chip and Putt and 5-year-old Augusta National Women’s Amateur, while also pointing out the short window the club is open, from winter through spring.

“So we really have a limited period of time we could play any additional event,” Ridley said. “We close in the third week of May. Then you add the element of something that was brought up … we need to make sure that we really respect the mystique and the magic of the Masters. So we would have to think long and hard to have another golf tournament.”

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Taste of the Masters: Bringing Augusta National's food experience to patrons at home

Pimento Cheese sandwich and moon pies. (Courtesy of the Masters Tournament)

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From start to finish, the Masters Tournament has an identity all its own. Whether it’s the drive up Magnolia Lane or the green jacket donned by the victor, the Masters is known for a multitude of things: azaleas in full bloom in early spring, Rae’s Creek, Butler Cabin and the quintessential selection of food and drinks enjoyed exclusively by patrons in attendance. Or rather, that used to be the case.

Insert "Taste of the Masters," a food and beverage initiative spearheaded by Augusta National in 2020 when the tournament took place at a non-traditional time, in November, with no patrons on-site due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The pandemic challenged the sports and entertainment industry to adjust and adapt, and the Masters was no different. It began with a simple question from the team at Augusta National: What are some ways to help bring the experience to fans and make this a memorable tournament?

Aside from opening an online patron shop that allowed ticketed patrons to purchase Masters merchandise from home (the Masters only sells official Masters merchandise on the grounds at Augusta National), the team also came up with the idea of selling Masters food and drink kits to those ticketed patrons, which they dubbed "Taste of the Masters."

The full spread of what's included in Taste of the Masters. (Courtesy of the Masters Tournament)

The club and hospitality team spearheaded this initiative by identifying the items that represented the Masters best. Without hesitation, the answer was obvious: pimento cheese.

There may be no other concession item in sports that holds the weight or reputation of Augusta National’s pimento cheese sandwiches. With the perfect amount of spice paired with cheesy creaminess and jammed between two pieces of fresh white bread, the pimento cheese sandwich has been a staple on the menu board at Augusta since the 1950s.

Beyond pimento cheese, the team knew they needed to fill the kits with other options to satisfy the appetites of all who planned to enjoy the meals from home. Pork bar-b-que and egg salad were added as entree options, as were sides including Augusta’s signature chocolate chip cookies and potato chips.

When tasked with the challenge of replicating the on-site experience, however, a final few pieces were vital. While the food offerings satisfied the taste aspect, to really give it that Masters feel they added authentic plastic Masters cups and sheets of the iconic Masters checkerboard serving paper.

Masters coasters, food placards and flag toothpicks from Taste of the Masters. (Courtesy of the Masters Tournament)

The "Taste of the Masters" was such a hit that the team brought it back for the 2021 Masters, which featured partial patron attendance. The kits were now available to everyone, not just ticketed patrons, and sold out even faster.

And that was a wrap on the kits, or so the team thought.

The kits were discontinued in 2022, as patrons on-site could once again enjoy the full offerings while strolling the grounds. But overwhelming fan feedback suggested that the kits were missed.

Georgia Pecan Caramel Popcorn. (Courtesy of the Masters Tournament)

The team was not expecting "Taste of the Masters" to become a fan staple, but as folks expressed how important it was to have the kits, using them to create or enhance their traditions around watching the tournament together, it became clear it had. Augusta National recognized the opportunity for people to recreate the patron experience at home, and so, "Taste of the Masters" returned in 2023.

For 2024, the Augusta National team continued to look at ways to evolve and perfect the project. One enhancement for this year: Fans have had a say in what's included thanks to their feedback. Bar-b-que potato chips, Georgia pecan caramel popcorn and Masters coasters are included in the kit, with the popcorn’s inclusion a direct result of fan feedback. The team even added a smaller tasting kit as an option this year, also a direct result of fan feedback, which also includes fun accessories like food item placards and miniature Masters flag toothpicks to hold sandwiches together.

Pork bar-b-que sandwich with bar-b-que potato chips. (Courtesy of the Masters Tournament)

For Augusta National, the kits are yet another opportunity to go above and beyond for fans across the country while also paying homage to the tournament's roots in Augusta, Georgia. The food and beverage experience is part of Masters history, which started with the vision of Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts, who believed that food was key to the Masters’ evolution as an elite sporting experience for patrons. The two tournament pioneers wanted the menu to reflect a southern-style picnic, with sandwiches as an easy option that locals could create in their homes and bring to the course for the patrons.

The menu has come a long way since the Masters inception in 1934, with the Taste of the Masters as simply the next step in its evolution. What originally started as an almost regional, exclusive offering for ticketed fans in 2020 has now grown to a nationwide fan favorite in households across the country. As for whether the Masters pimento cheese sandwich has made its way to all 50 states, it’s hard to say, but 2024 is the first year where shipping to Alaska and Hawaii is available. And why stop there? Fan interest north of the border suggests that "Taste of the Masters" could be headed to Canada as well.

While nothing is guaranteed, "Taste of the Masters" looks to be around for the long haul.

Justin Lemminn is a member of the PGA TOUR's digital content team. A native of Jacksonville, Florida, he went to college at the University of Central Florida in Orlando and is passionate about his hometown Jaguars and the UCF Knights. Follow Justin Lemminn on Twitter .

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2024 Masters tee times, pairings: Complete schedule on TV, groups for Round 1 on Thursday at Augusta National

A number of star-studded groups will be featured throughout the first round at augusta national.

The 2024 Masters tee times feature some eye-catching pairings as play begins at Augusta National on Thursday. Of course, the tournament kicks off with the Honorary Starters as Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson hit tee shots at 10:10 a.m. ET. This was pushed back after Augusta National announced Thursday morning that Round 1 of the 2024 Masters will begin at 10:30 a.m. due to weather.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms were forecasted through noon, but play is officially underway after Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson served as Honorary Starters hitting their ceremonial tee shots .

Erik van Rooyen and Jake Knapp kicked off the competition at 10:30 a.m. with the Dustin Johnson, Collin Morikawa and Tommy Fleetwood bringing up the rear six hours later at 4:30 p.m. In between, there were a number of star-studded groupings, including one which features arguably the two biggest storylines of the tournament.

Be sure to check out a complete 2024 Masters TV schedule and coverage guide , and if you are unable to watch live, our 2024 Masters live leaderboard updates should keep you satisfied until you can get to a TV or pull up a live stream.

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler opened his first two rounds alongside Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele at 1:12 p.m., and this grouping followed that of the reigning champion, Jon Rahm, who drew the reigning U.S. Amateur champion Nick Dunlap and Matt Fitzpatrick at 1 p.m.

Other notable groupings to go off early Thursday included Hideki Matsuyama, Justin Thomas and Will Zalatoris at 12:48 p.m., plus Wyndham Clark, Viktor Hovland and Cameron Smith at 1:24 p.m..

More stars will trickle onto the golf course as the day progresses with the afternoon wave highlighted by Tiger Woods at 3:54 p.m. The 15-time major champion aims to make his 24th consecutive cut at the Masters; he will be next to Max Homa and Jason Day in a comfortable grouping the first two days. Also featured in the afternoon are Brooks Koepka, Tom Kim and Brian Harman along with Ludvig Aberg, Jordan Spieth and Sahith Theegala minutes later.

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2024 Masters tee times, Thursday pairings

10:30 a.m. — Erik van Rooyen, Jake Knapp
10:42 a.m. — Jose Maria Olazabal, Taylor Moore, Santiago de la Fuente
10:54 a.m. — Danny Willett, Austin Eckroat, Stephan Jaeger
11:06 a.m. — Charl Schwartzel, Luke List, Christo Lamprecht
11:18 a.m. — Gary Woodland, Thorbjorn Olesen, Bryson DeChambeau
11:30 a.m. — Zach Johnson, Corey Conners, Jasper Stubbs
11:42 a.m. — Sergio Garcia, Chris Kirk, Ryan Fox
11:54 a.m. — Lucas Glover, Byeong Hun An, Harris English
12:06 p.m. — Phil Mickelson, Sepp Straka, Tony Finau
12:18 p.m. — Nick Taylor, Joaquin Niemann, Russell Henley
12:36 p.m. — Patrick Cantlay, Min Woo Lee, Rickie Fowler
12:48 p.m. — Hideki Matsuyama, Will Zalatoris, Justin Thomas
1 p.m. — Jon Rahm, Matt Fitzpatrick, Nick Dunlap
1:12 p.m. — Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele
1:24 p.m. — Wyndham Clark, Viktor Hovland, Cameron Smith
1:36 p.m. — Lee Hodges, Adrian Meronk, Grayson Murray
1:48 p.m. — Camilo Villegas, Denny McCarthy, Cameron Davis
2 p.m. — Mike Weir, Ryo Hisatsune, Neal Shipley
2:12 p.m. — Vijay Singh, Si Woo Kim, Emiliano Grillo
2:24 p.m. — Fred Couples, Adam Hadwin, Stewart Hagestad
2:42 p.m. — Justin Rose, Eric Cole, Peter Malnati
2:54 p.m. — Akshay Bhatia, J.T. Poston, Shane Lowry
3:06 p.m. — Bubba Watson, Nicolai Hojgaard, Adam Schenk
3:18 p.m. — Patrick Reed, Sungjae Im, Kurt Kitayama
3:30 p.m. — Keegan Bradley, Matthieu Pavon, Tyrrell Hatton
3:42 p.m. — Adam Scott, Sam Burns, Cameron Young
3:54 p.m. — Tiger Woods, Jason Day, Max Homa
4:06 p.m. — Brian Harman, Brooks Koepka, Tom Kim
4:18 p.m. — Jordan Spieth, Ludvig Aberg, Sahith Theegala
4:30 p.m. — Dustin Johnson, Collin Morikawa, Tommy Fleetwood

2024 Masters tee times, Friday pairings

8 a.m. — Lee Hodges, Adrian Meronk, Grayson Murray
8:12 a.m. — Camilo Villegas, Denny McCarthy, Cameron Davis
8:24 a.m. — Mike Weir, Ryo Hisatsune, Neal Shipley
8:36 a.m. — Vijay Singh, Si Woo Kim, Emiliano Grillo
8:48 a.m. — Fred Couples, Adam Hadwin, Stewart Hagestad
9 a.m. — Justin Rose, Eric Cole, Peter Malnati
9:12 a.m. — Akshay Bhatia, J.T. Poston, Shane Lowry
9:24 a.m. — Bubba Watson, Nicolai Hojgaard, Adam Schenk
9:36 a.m. — Patrick Reed, Sungjae Im, Kurt Kitayama
9:48 a.m. — Keegan Bradley, Matthieu Pavon, Tyrrell Hatton
10:06 a.m. — Adam Scott, Sam Burns, Cameron Young
10:18 a.m. — Tiger Woods, Jason Day, Max Homa
10:30 a.m. — Brian Harman, Brooks Koepka, Tom Kim
10:42 a.m. — Jordan Spieth, Ludvig Aberg, Sahith Theegala
10:54 a.m. — Dustin Johnson, Collin Morikawa, Tommy Fleetwood
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11:18 a.m. — Jose Maria Olazabal, Taylor Moore, Santiago de la Fuente
11:30 a.m. — Danny Willett, Austin Eckroat, Stephan Jaeger
11:42 a.m. — Charl Schwartzel, Luke List, Christo Lamprecht
11:54 a.m. — Gary Woodland, Thorbjorn Olesen, Bryson DeChambeau
12:12 p.m. — Zach Johnson, Corey Conners, Jasper Stubbs
12:24 p.m. — Sergio Garcia, Chris Kirk, Ryan Fox
12:36 p.m. — Lucas Glover, Byeong Hun An, Harris English
12:48 p.m. — Phil Mickelson, Sepp Straka, Tony Finau
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1:24 p.m. — Hideki Matsuyama, Will Zalatoris, Justin Thomas
1:36 p.m. — Jon Rahm, Matt Fitzpatrick, Nick Dunlap
1:48 p.m. — Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele
2 p.m. — Wyndham Clark, Viktor Hovland, Cameron Smith

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