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McIlroy Trusts Project X for Back-to-Back Win

Rory McIlroy wins consecutive tournaments with Project X shafts in his bag

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (August 4, 2014) — With Project X in the bag, the 2014 Open Champion claimed the World Golf Championships-Bridgestone Invitational and reclaimed the title as the #1 player in the world.

The 25-year-old champion carded four birdies in the final round to come from behind for a two- stroke victory with a final four round total of 15- under par 265. With Project X in his irons, he tied for first in greens in regulation at 79.2%.

“Congratulations to the WGC champion on his back-to-back wins and his return to #1 in the world golf rankings,” said Chad Hall, director of product marketing and global tour operations for True Temper Sports. “We are proud that Project X continues to be his shaft of choice in his irons and we wish him the best of luck in this weekend’s final Major.”

Truth in Numbers:
• The WGC- Bridgestone Invitational winner’s bag: Project X 7.0 (2-9); Project X 6.5 (PW, SW, LW)
• 55 sets of True Temper shafts in play at The WGC- Bridgestone InvitationalProject X shafts feature straight taper and short tip sections that provide maximum energy transfer with low spin rates required for penetrating iron shots.

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