Bridgestone’s Tour B X Golf Ball Sees Immediate Success on the PGA Tour with Wins and Tiger Woods’ Endorsement
The Bridgestone Tour B X golf ball is making waves on the professional circuit, achieving notable early success with multiple PGA Tour victories and garnering the attention of golfing legend Tiger Woods. The ball’s performance is already impacting the 2026 season, signaling a potential shift in equipment preferences among top players.
The new ball debuted less than a month ago, but has already contributed to Chris Gotterup’s second win of the season at the WM Phoenix Open, just three weeks after his first victory. This rapid success has established the 2026 Bridgestone Tour B X as a promising contender in the competitive golf ball market.
At the heart of the Tour B X’s performance is a new core material called Velo Surge. Testing, which included participation from both Gotterup and Jason Day, demonstrated an average increase of 2.3 mph in ball speed and an impressive 8.7 yards of added distance compared to previous Tour B models.
“With the new TOUR B X, I’m getting max speed and distance off the tee, and total control when it matters most around the greens,” Gotterup stated in a company release. “As far as I’m concerned, this is the best golf ball I’ve ever played, and the sky is the limit for the rest of the season.”
Gotterup has been playing the Tour B X since signing with Bridgestone in 2023, noting it is the longest and firmest ball in the Bridgestone lineup. Woods, who previously used the softer and spinnier Tour B XS, has also transitioned to the Tour B X model in recent years and confirmed he will continue to use it upon his return to competition in 2026. According to Woods, he has also experienced an increase in ball speed with the new ball.
Introducing the MindSet Model: A New Approach to Golf Performance
Bridgestone is also offering the Tour B X with MindSet technology – a unique innovation designed to enhance a player’s mental game. This is the first golf ball scientifically engineered to help golfers separate analytical thinking from athletic performance.
MindSet features a visual cue printed directly on the ball, serving as a reminder of a simple three-step process: identify your target, visualize the shot path, and focus on the dot. This approach was developed by Jason Day and his coach to help players achieve a more focused and consistent swing. Gotterup currently plays the MindSet model.
Options for Varying Swing Speeds
Bridgestone recognizes that not all golfers have the same swing speed. For players with swing speeds under 105 mph, the company offers the Tour B RX and Tour B RXS models. These balls are designed to be softer and easier to compress, maximizing performance for slower swingers.
Gotterup demonstrated the ball’s capabilities at the Phoenix Open, opening with a 63 and finishing with a 64 to reach a playoff. He ultimately secured the win with a birdie on the bonus hole, having birdied six of his final seven holes.
For golfers looking to upgrade their equipment for the 2026 season, Bridgestone suggests finding a club-fitting location near you at True Spec Golf.
The early success of the Bridgestone Tour B X, coupled with endorsements from top players like Gotterup and Woods, positions the ball as a significant force in the golf equipment landscape for years to come.
