Chris Gotterup Wins Second PGA Tour Title with Bridgestone TOUR B X Golf Ball

Gotterup's victory at the WM Phoenix Open propels him to the top of the FedEx Cup standings.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Chris Gotterup, a Bridgestone Golf staff player, secured his second PGA Tour victory of the season by winning the WM Phoenix Open. Gotterup credited his success to the innovative Bridgestone TOUR B X with MindSet golf ball, which he says delivers maximum speed off the tee and exceptional precision around the greens. Gotterup's impressive final round of 64 allowed him to overtake fellow contenders Hideki Matsuyama and Scottie Scheffler, positioning him at the top of the 2026 FedEx Cup leaderboard.

Why it matters

Gotterup's back-to-back wins highlight his impressive skill and resilience, as well as the effectiveness of Bridgestone's latest golf ball technology. The advancements seen in Bridgestone's VeloSurge technology and personalized ball fitting offer promising opportunities for golfers at all levels to elevate their game.

The details

Gotterup's victory at the WM Phoenix Open included six birdies on the back nine and three on the front nine, allowing him to overtake his fellow contenders. His week also featured top finishes in driving distance, placing fourth overall, and high rankings in key statistical categories including third in shots gained on approach and around the greens, as well as seventh off the tee.

  • Gotterup won the Sony Open in January 2026.
  • Gotterup won the WM Phoenix Open on February 10, 2026.

The players

Chris Gotterup

A Bridgestone Golf staff player who secured his second PGA Tour victory of the season and fourth career win by capturing the WM Phoenix Open title.

Hideki Matsuyama

A professional golfer who was one of the contenders Gotterup overtook in the final round of the WM Phoenix Open.

Scottie Scheffler

A professional golfer who was one of the contenders Gotterup overtook in the final round of the WM Phoenix Open.

Dan Murphy

The president of Bridgestone Golf, who expressed strong confidence in Gotterup's potential and competitive spirit.

Tiger Woods

A professional golfer and Bridgestone Golf ambassador.

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What they’re saying

“This was another great highlight in my career, and I couldn't have done it without Bridgestone and the new TOUR B X with MindSet.”

— Chris Gotterup (theconwaybulletin.com)

“We believe deeply in Chris' ability, heart and competitiveness and knew he was destined for big things.”

— Dan Murphy, President of Bridgestone Golf (theconwaybulletin.com)

What’s next

Gotterup will look to continue his strong play and maintain his position at the top of the FedEx Cup standings as the PGA Tour season progresses.

The takeaway

Gotterup's back-to-back wins with the Bridgestone TOUR B X golf ball demonstrate the power of innovative equipment and the potential for young players to rise to the top of the sport. Bridgestone's commitment to golf ball technology and personalized fitting continues to pay dividends for both professional and amateur golfers.