American golfer Anthony Kim has ended a 16-year drought without professional wins with a victory at LIV Golf Adelaide 2026. Kim signed off with a final round of 63 strokes to reach a total of -23, surpassing Spaniard Jon Rahm, who finished second with -20. This comeback in the final round becomes one of the sports events of the season.
Data analysis: the metric behind a historic comeback 📊
Beyond the result, Kim's performance allows for a technical examination. Shot-tracking data shows an improvement in his approach irons play, gaining more than three strokes on the field in that category during the final round. His efficiency in *strokes gained: putting* was decisive, with several long putts holed on key holes. This combination of precision in approaches and accuracy on the greens explains the low score.
Kim's driver: a 2010 model with 2026 firmware update? 🔧
After the victory, rumors are circulating about Kim's equipment. Some speculate that his driver is the same one he used before his retirement, only now with an adjustable weight and a new shaft. It seems that his bag mixes classic irons with a yardage app on his phone. His return demonstrates that sometimes old hardware, with the right software, can be compatible with the new game systems.