Jon Rahm Joins Callaway Golf Tour Staff

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Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) has signed Jon Rahm, the #2 ranked golfer globally, to a multiyear agreement. Rahm will use a full bag of Callaway equipment, including Prototype Woods, Irons, and a Chrome Soft X Golf Ball. He expressed enthusiasm about the new setup, achieving a course record of 59 in his first round. Rahm has an impressive track record with 12 worldwide victories and accolades like the 2019 European Tour Player of the Year. Callaway President Chip Brewer praised Rahm's skill and history with their brand, anticipating significant performance enhancements.

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• Jon Rahm, a top-ranked player, joins Callaway as a Staff Pro, enhancing brand visibility and credibility.
• Rahm's initial performance with Callaway clubs included a course record of 59, indicating strong initial results.
• Rahm's track record includes 12 worldwide victories and prestigious awards, suggesting future competitive success for Callaway.

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CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) announced that Jon Rahm, the #2 ranked player in the world, has joined its Tour professional staff in a multiyear agreement. As a Staff Pro, he will transition into a full bag of Callaway Woods, Callaway Irons, Callaway Wedges, a Callaway Chrome Soft X Golf Ball, and an Odyssey Putter.

"I'm so happy to be joining Callaway, and I can't wait to start the year," Rahm said. "The equipment is already performing well for me, and in my first round with the new setup, I shot a course record 59 at Silverleaf. I have confidence in my new Callaway clubs – and especially the golf ball, which has really impressed me during the testing process."

Rahm worked extensively with the Company's Tour Department to dial-in the specs for each of his new clubs. He will officially make his Callaway Staff debut this week at the Sentry Tournament of Champions, with a bag that includes Callaway Prototype Woods, Callaway Prototype Irons, and a Callaway Chrome Soft X Golf Ball.  

The 26-year-old Spaniard has been one of the best players in the game since he turned professional in 2016. He's already been #1 in the world rankings, earned 12 worldwide victories, competed for the victorious 2018 European Ryder Cup team, received the 2019 European Tour Player of the Year award, and won two PGA Tour events in 2020.

Rahm used Callaway and Odyssey equipment at Arizona State University, where he won 11 tournaments while playing for Head Coach Tim Mickelson. Rahm has the second most wins in school history, behind fellow Callaway Staffer Phil Mickelson. He received the Ben Hogan Award as the best college player in the United States in 2015 and 2016, the first golfer to win the award twice, and he was the #1 ranked amateur in the world for a record 60 weeks.

"We're proud to welcome Jon Rahm as the newest member of our Tour Staff," said Callaway President & CEO, Chip Brewer. "He's one of the very best players in the world, and he's a proven winner on golf's biggest global stages. We've admired Jon for many years, going back to his college days when he first used our equipment. We're excited to see him playing Callaway and Odyssey again, as he looks to take his game to yet another level."

In addition to using Callaway and Odyssey equipment, Rahm will wear apparel from TravisMathew. You can follow Jon on Instagram at @jonrahm and on Twitter at @JonRahmPGA.

About Callaway Golf Company
Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) is a premium golf equipment and active lifestyle company with a portfolio of global brands, including Callaway Golf, Odyssey, OGIO, TravisMathew and Jack Wolfskin. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, Callaway manufactures and sells premium golf clubs, golf balls, golf and lifestyle bags, golf and lifestyle apparel and other accessories. For more information please visit www.callawaygolf.com, www.odysseygolf.com, www.ogio.com, www.travismathew.com, and www.jack-wolfskin.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Jeff Newton
Callaway Golf Company
Jeff.Newton@callawaygolf.com

 

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FAQ

Who is Jon Rahm and what is his association with Callaway Golf?

Jon Rahm is the #2 ranked golfer globally who recently joined Callaway Golf's Tour professional staff in a multiyear agreement.

When did Jon Rahm join Callaway Golf?

Jon Rahm officially joined Callaway Golf on January 4, 2021.

What equipment will Jon Rahm be using with Callaway?

Jon Rahm will use a full bag of Callaway equipment, including Prototype Woods, Prototype Irons, and a Chrome Soft X Golf Ball.

What notable achievements does Jon Rahm have in golf?

Jon Rahm has 12 worldwide victories, was the 2019 European Tour Player of the Year, and has been ranked #1 in the world.

How might Jon Rahm's signing impact Callaway Golf's stock (ELY)?

Jon Rahm's signing could enhance Callaway Golf's brand visibility and credibility, potentially positively impacting stock performance.