Golfers are naturally curious creatures. Whether you’re teeing it up with the usual suspects or getting paired with complete strangers, we all do a little scan of our playing partners on the first tee to see what clothes, shoes, bags and, of course, equipment they’re gaming.

And lately, one driver has been showing up more and more: the Titleist GTS2.

Back in March, Titleist introduced its new GTS driver lineup—GTS1, GTS2, GTS3, and GTS4—and it didn’t take long for it to make its way into the bags of Tour pros. Within days of launch, 24 PGA Tour players had already put a GTS model in play for that week’s event. And it wasn’t long before amateurs followed suit.

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Since hitting the market, the GTS2 has quickly become a favorite for both Tour players and everyday golfers—even becoming Fairway Jockey’s best-selling driver in June. And once you look under the hood, it’s not hard to understand the appeal.

Distance and forgiveness working together

No matter how skilled you are, every golfer misses the center of the face from time to time. On a typical mishit, you usually pay for it in either distance or direction—sometimes both. 

But with Titleist’s Split Mass Frame, off-center strikes don’t hurt nearly as much.

Built with a full thermoform body, the Split Mass Frame moves weight both back and forward in the head. The rear weight increases stability and helps the face resist twisting at impact, while the forward weight helps players maintain ball speed—even when you don’t catch it perfectly.

The result is a driver that’s easier to launch, feels more stable at impact and flies a little farther while staying on your intended line.

Boost speed without trying

According to Titleist, the GTS2 continues their focus on smarter shaping and aerodynamic design. The pronounced raised tail helps the clubhead move through the air with less resistance, generating more speed during your swing and delivering maximum speed at impact. Put simply, it’s engineered to help the head move faster without you having to swing any harder.

Dual weighting for maximum customization

Like most modern drivers, the GTS2 features adjustable weighting that allows you—or a fitter—to dial in the center of gravity to match your swing. However, there’s one key difference compared to Titleist’s previous GT lineup: a dual-weighting system.

In addition to the rear weight, the GTS2 also allows adjustment in the front, giving you more control over your driving performance. When properly dialed in, this setup can help optimize speed and distance for your swing.

It’s easy to see why the GTS2 has quickly earned its spot in so many bags. With Titleist’s top-of-the-line technology, this driver delivers a rare mix of distance, forgiveness and adjustability that shows up when it matters most.

LONDON (AP) — Serena Williams tweaked her right knee at Wimbledon during her first singles match in nearly four years but still hopes to play doubles with sister Venus, her agent said Wednesday.

The 44-year-old Williams did not ask for medical treatment during a 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-3 loss to 20-year-old Maya Joint of Australia in the first round on Tuesday.

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Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion who won seven of her titles at Wimbledon, did not meet with media after the match.

“Serena tweaked her right knee at the end of the first set and was therefore excused from her media obligations by the Wimbledon and WTA medical teams,” said Jill Smoller, Williams’ agent. “She left site that night unaided and is doing everything she can to be ready for her doubles match later this week.”

Serena received wild card invitations from Wimbledon organizers to play both singles and doubles with Venus.

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Welcome to another exciting edition of Sportskeeda Wrestling’s WWE News and Rumor Roundup! Several interesting developments have taken place in the past 24 hours and the wrestling world is absolutely buzzing. We’ll be discussing several hot topics and groundbreaking stories in today’s lineup involving reports of a massive return and news on John Cena.

With the trending stories setting the internet abuzz and the rumor mill spinning at full speed, there’s no time to waste. Let’s dive straight into the hot topics!

#5. Nikki Blackheart makes her WWE debut on NXT

The NXT women’s division witnessed a massive jolt this week as Nikki Blackheart made her official debut on the brand. It happened at the end of the mainevent where Kelani Jordan defeated Tatum Paxley. Just as the latter was recovering in the ring after her bout, an unidentified powerhouse blindsided Paxley from behind. It was Blackheart, who completely laid waste to the former champion.

Her arrival caught everyone off guard and became a major talking point from this week’s NXT. Commentator Vic Joseph however did not call the newcomer by name on air, stating that everyone already knows who she is. While fans know her as independent standout Nikki Blackheart, reports indicate that unresolved trademark logistics are why the 29-year-old wasn’t named on screen.

#4. Enzo Amore and Big Cass set to return to WWE – Reports

The wrestling world is buzzing about a potential reunion that seemed absolutely impossible a few years ago. One of the most popular duos, Enzo Amore and Big Cass, are reportedly set to return to WWE. The two superstars left the Stamford-based promotion in 2018 due to personal issues. However, recent reports state that WWE is interested in bringing them back.

Enzo Amore has been a free agent lately and was recently spotted at the WWE Performance Center. Meanwhile, Big Cass, who currently works as Big Bill in AEW, has reportedly given his notice to Tony Khan’s promotion and his contract will expire in a week. WWE is interested in bringing Cass and Amore together to the company to bolster the tag team division.

#3. Austin Theory made a shocking revelation about John Cena

Austin Theory recently appeared on the IMPAULSIVE podcast, where he dropped a lot of fascinating insight into how his career is viewed backstage. The biggest takeaway from the interview is John Cena’s gesture. While The Cenation Leader was ruthlessly tearing Theory apart on screen to build the WrestleMania 39 match, Cena was doing the exact opposite behind the curtain.

Austin Theory revealed that John Cena went to Vince McMahon and advocated for him to be turned into a babyface. The 17-time World Champion believed that Theory looks like an organic face and his bad guy character doesn’t quite fit in. Cena therefore asked the former United States Champion to be his true self without having to pretend to be a heel.

#2. Ken Patera broke his neck during a gym session

Former Olympian weightlifter and wrestling icon Ken Patera recently encountered an unfortunate incident. During a recent workout session in a gym, the WWE legend suddenly fell, which resulted in him suffering a broken C1 vertebra in his neck. The unfortunate news came to light after Steve Stasiak of Book Pro Wrestlers shared it.

The accident marks a heartbreaking setback for the former Intercontinental Champion. Ken Patera had spent the last two and a half years undergoing and growing rehabilitation process to recover from major back surgery. The wrestling icon defied all the odds and had made remarkable progress, dropping significant weight and dedicating himself to a strict fitness regimen.

#1. Alexa Bliss shared a heartfelt note for her late Grammy

Alexa Bliss has been going through a pretty tough time as she recently lost her beloved grandmother. She took to social media to inform fans of this news as Bliss posted several pictures of her Grammy on her Instagram stories. Losing a beloved family member is heartbreaking for anyone. But the passing of her grandmother is deeply emotional for her also because of the profound impact her Grammy had on her life and career.

During past interviews, Alexa Bliss revealed that her grandmother was the reason why she became a pro wrestler in the first place. While her mother was heavily against her watching wrestling during childhood, Alexa’s grandmother let her watch tapes of old matches and even took her to live WWE shows. Without her grandmother fostering that secret passion, Bliss would have never become a WWE Superstar.