The TaylorMade Qi4D LS wins a spot in the bag due to its superior speed and shocking spin consistency on toe strikes, though both drivers performed at an elite level.
Their scorecard
Forgiveness: 5/5 — Incredible spin stability on toe strikes
Distance: 5/5 — Slight edge in ball speed
Workability: 5/5 — Hosel allows for more precise face angle setup
What they rate
Qi4D maintains spin at 2100rpm on toe strikes where older models would dive to 1700rpm
GT3 offers superior independent loft/lie adjustability for precise fitting
Qi4D produced slightly higher clubhead speeds likely due to head aerodynamics
What they don’t
Titleist GT3 saw a 4-5 mph drop on the occasional 'missed' strike
TaylorMade single-axis sleeve forces lie angle changes when adjusting loft
The TaylorMade Qi4D LS wins a spot in the bag due to its superior speed and shocking spin consistency on toe strikes, though both drivers performed at an elite level.
Qi4D maintains spin at 2100rpm on toe strikes where older models would dive to 1700rpm
GT3 offers superior independent loft/lie adjustability for precise fitting