Leading shaft brand KBS is toasting a Claret Jug victory after Cameron Smith bagged his first major title at St Andrews.
The 28-year-old Australian used KBS Tour 130x (Custom Matte Black) in his 3-9 irons and the same shaft in his three wedges. He ranked first in strokes gained for approach shots, 13 strokes ahead of the field.
“We’re extremely proud to add another major championship to our trophy cabinet and we congratulate the winner on a magnificent performance at the home of golf, especially on the back nine on Sunday, where he played some of the best golf I’ve seen in a long while,” said Kim Braly, KBS Director of R&D and master shaft maker.
“The KBS Tour is my signature shaft and one that I use a blueprint for all the other shafts in the KBS line-up. It is ideal for players desiring shot versatility and mid trajectory, perfect for links golf in the wind!” he added.
Smith’s accurate iron play is seen as one of the biggest factors in his consistent performances this season along with his short game, which has long been considered among the best in the world. In 16 starts this year, he’s recorded seven top-10s, including a T3 at The Masters and 11 top 25s.
Incorporating pioneering technology, the KBS Tour shaft maximises energy transfer for increased shot control offering a smooth, responsive feel and is the preferred model by several of the best golfers in the world. Sitting side-by-side with the iron shaft, the KBS Tour wedge shaft is designed exclusively for wedges to produce shots with a lower-mid trajectory and mid ball spin. Like its iron equivalent, the wedge shaft is tested and proven on tour and creates a piercing ball flight with incredibly tight shot dispersion.