Hybrid: PING G430Hybrid: PING G430

Adrian Meronk WITB: LIV Golf Riyadh 2025 (Winning Setup)

The opening event of the 2025 LIV Golf season set a measured, competitive tone, and it was Adrian Meronk who emerged as the winner in Riyadh. On a course that demanded controlled power, disciplined iron play and reliable putting, Meronk delivered a composed performance built around consistency rather than risk.

His winning equipment setup reflected that approach precisely. Rather than chasing extreme low-spin profiles or experimental configurations, Meronk relied on forgiving woods, traditional irons and trusted short-game tools — a balanced bag designed to perform under desert conditions.

Check Out The Clubs Below

Driver: PING G430 Max (10.5°)

Driver: PING G430 Max

Driver: PING G430 Max (10.5°)

Meronk put the PING G430 Max driver in play at 10.5 degrees, opting for one of the most stable, high-MOI driver heads available. In the firm, fast conditions of Riyadh — where subtle wind and rollout can quickly magnify errors — forgiveness and dispersion control were key.

The G430 Max offered Meronk a predictable launch and a controlled flight window, allowing him to commit fully to tee shots without forcing extra speed.

3-Wood: PING G425 Max (14.5°)

3-Wood: PING G425 Max

3-Wood: PING G425 Max (14.5°)

The PING G425 Max 3-wood served as a reliable secondary option from the tee and on longer approaches. At 14.5 degrees, it delivered a strong blend of carry and control, particularly useful on holes where positioning mattered more than distance.

The Max profile ensured stability on slight mishits, reinforcing the theme of consistency throughout Meronk’s long game.

Hybrid: PING G430 (19°)

Hybrid: PING G430

Hybrid: PING G430 (19°)

Filling the gap between fairway wood and long irons, Meronk carried a PING G430 hybrid at 19 degrees. The hybrid’s high launch and predictable spin made it an effective tool for long approaches into firm greens, as well as a dependable option from less-than-perfect lies.

Irons: PING iBlade (4-PW)

Irons: PING iBlade (4-PW)

Irons: PING iBlade (4-PW)

Meronk’s iron setup leaned firmly toward precision. The PING iBlade irons, from 4-iron through pitching wedge, are compact, traditional clubs designed for elite ball-strikers.

With these irons, Meronk was able to:

Control trajectory in desert air

Manage distance precisely

Shape shots subtly when required

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10

Despite a predominantly PING bag, Meronk trusted Titleist Vokey Design SM10 wedges for his short game:

50° – 12F

54° – 10S

58° – 10S

This setup offered versatility from firm turf and bunkers, with higher bounce options well suited to the compact sand and tight surrounds found in Riyadh.

Putter: PING Vault 2.0 Ketsch

Putter: PING Vault 2.0 Ketsch

Putter: PING Vault 2.0 Ketsch

On the greens, Meronk relied on the PING Vault 2.0 Ketsch, a high-MOI mallet putter designed for stability and consistent roll. The Ketsch’s alignment features and face-balanced design helped him maintain pace control on large, subtly contoured putting surfaces.

His putting throughout the week was understated but effective — often the hallmark of a winning performance.

Why This Bag Worked in Riyadh

Meronk’s setup was built around clarity and trust:

Forgiving woods for controlling dispersion

A hybrid for reliable long-range approaches

Traditional irons for flight and distance control

Versatile wedges for firm desert conditions

A stable mallet putter for pace management

It was a bag designed to remove uncertainty and allow execution to take priority.

Final Thoughts

Adrian Meronk’s win at LIV Golf Riyadh 2025 was a composed, professional performance underpinned by a sensible, well-balanced equipment setup. His WITB shows that even in modern formats and demanding conditions, success often comes from reliable tools and disciplined choices rather than extremes..

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