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Ryo Hisatsune

Ryo Hisatsune

World #65ProfessionalDP World Tour
🇯🇵Japan
Sponsored by TaylorMade

Japanese prodigy who started swinging a club at age three. Won the Cazoo Open de France in 2023 to become just the third Japanese winner in DP World Tour history, then took home the Sir Henry Cotton Rookie of the Year award for good measure. Born in Okayama, he grew up idolizing Ryo Ishikawa and Hideki Matsuyama — and now shares the stage with them. His mixed TaylorMade and Titleist wedge setup and an Odyssey Black Series ix #9 putter loaded with 350g of tungsten make for one of the more distinctive bags on Tour.

World Ranking#65
CountryJapan

About Ryo Hisatsune

Ryo Hisatsune is a JP professional golfer. competing on the DP World Tour. Currently ranked #65 in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR). Ryo Hisatsune uses a TaylorMade Qi4D Driver (10.5°) driver, TaylorMade P∙7MC Irons irons, and a Odyssey Black Series ix #9 Putter putter. Equipment brand partnerships include TaylorMade.

Current WITB

As spotted at the 2026 WM Phoenix Open in February 2026

Bag Breakdown

TaylorMade(5)Sponsor
Titleist Vokey Design(1)
Odyssey(1)

7 clubs from 3 brands in the bag

Equipment Context

About Ryo Hisatsune

Ryo Hisatsune's Rise in Professional Golf

Ryo Hisatsune burst onto the international golf scene with his victory at the 2023 Cazoo Open de France on the DP World Tour, becoming one of Japan's most promising young talents. His aggressive playing style and fearless approach to competition have drawn comparisons to other Japanese stars who have found success on the global stage.

Equipment Strategy

Hisatsune's equipment setup reflects the precision-focused approach common among Japanese tour professionals. He favors equipment that offers a balance of distance and control, with particular attention to the short game where his touch around the greens has been exceptional. His iron play is a standout part of his game, and his equipment choices in that category emphasize consistency and feel.

As a Bridgestone ball player, Hisatsune follows a tradition of Japanese professionals who trust domestic equipment manufacturers. His driver setup is optimized for his fast swing speed, typically running lower lofts to manage spin and maximize distance off the tee.

Future Trajectory

With his talent and competitive drive, Hisatsune is expected to be a force in professional golf for years to come. His equipment choices may evolve as he gains more experience on bigger stages, but his foundation of solid ball-striking and creative shot-making ensures that whatever he puts in the bag will be put to effective use.

Equipment Q&A

Ryo Hisatsune uses a TaylorMade Qi4D Driver (10.5°). The driver is typically chosen for its combination of distance, forgiveness, and workability to suit the player's swing.

Ryo Hisatsune uses a Odyssey Black Series ix #9 Putter. Putter choice is highly personal among tour professionals, often staying with the same model for years.

Ryo Hisatsune uses TaylorMade P∙7MC Irons. Iron selection on tour varies between players who prefer blades for workability and those who choose cavity backs for added forgiveness.

As of February 2026, Ryo Hisatsune's bag includes a TaylorMade Qi4D Driver (10.5°), Odyssey Black Series ix #9 Putter putter. Professional golfers typically update their equipment throughout the season based on performance and new releases.

Ryo Hisatsune is sponsored by TaylorMade. From their sponsors, they use: TaylorMade Qi4D Driver, TaylorMade Qi4D Tour Fairway, TaylorMade Qi4D Fairway, TaylorMade P∙7MC Irons and 1 more clubs. They also use equipment from Titleist Vokey Design, Odyssey which is not from their main sponsors.

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