WM Phoenix Open, Callaway Quantum, PING s259 + Q&A

WM Phoenix Open, Callaway Quantum, PING s259 + Q&A

Author: 2nd Swing Golf February 10, 2026 Duration: 1:09:14

This episode of the 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast features a discussion with master fitter Kevin Kraft on the new Callaway Quantum lineup, including the Callaway Quantum drivers, Callaway Quantum fairway woods, and Callaway Quantum irons. Additionally, 2nd Swing caught up with PING wedge designer Jacob Clarke at the PGA Show to break down the new PING s259 wedges.

00:00 Introduction 02:30 Golf Headlines/The Turn 10:45 Chris Gotterup WITB 23:56 Callaway Quantum w/ Kevin Kraft 42:28 PING s259 Wedges 54:30 Live Q&A 1:06:48 Conclusion

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