Tour Flex Pro on Top at the Season’s First Major as the Winner Becomes Only the 6th Player in History to Win the Career Grand Slam

Brentwood, Tenn. –

The season’s first Major delivered one of the most historic climaxes in golfing history, with both players in the playoff wearing limited-edition green & yellow Tour Flex Pro spikes in their Nike and Payntr golf shoes.   

Going into Sunday’s final round with a two-shot lead and in search of the career Grand Slam that he has coveted for over a decade, the Northern Irishman had his mental fortitude tested on numerous occasions. On every occasion it seemed that his quest for golfing immortality was slipping out his grasp, he dug deep to bounce back. A clutch birdie on the 1st playoff hole ensured  his place as only the 6th player in history to have won all four Major Championships.

The win means it’s now 15 victories in the past 16 Tour events for players putting their trust in the superior traction that wearing Softspikes delivers. In total, 47 of the top 53 finishers chose to compete in replaceable spikes over a spikeless alternative. 82% of the field competed in spikes and 38% in Tour Flex Pro.

“The final round must go down as one of the most dramatic golfing spectacles we have witnessed in a long time. To have both players in the playoff wearing the limited-edition Tour Flex Pro colors we commissioned especially for this week is a proud moment for everyone at Softspikes” commented Joe Henderson, President, Softspikes.

Tour players change grips and traction regularly based on course conditions, but amateur golfers rarely think about the impact wearing spikes has on consistency and distance. To achieve optimal performance benefits, golfers should be switching up their spikes every 15 rounds. 

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About Softspikes:

Softspikes is the #1 spike on the PGA Tour and leader in golf cleat technology. Manufactured by PrideSports® and founded in 1993 following a winter metal spike “ban” endorsed by several U.S. State Golf Associations, Softspikes became the industry’s first and only patented non-metal cleat. Offering enhanced traction, added comfort and improved performance, Softspikes replacement spikes can be purchased on Softspikes.com or through major retailers, sporting goods and golf specialty stores and pro shops nationwide.