Henrik Stenson won his first Major title at Royal Troon on Sunday; his titanic battle with Phil Mickelson making for an incredible final day’s viewing for the 145th Open Championship.

The two Callaway Golf players went head-to-head – way ahead of the rest of the field - trading blows throughout an enthralling contest. It is a battle that will live long in the memory; a true masterclass from two of the world’s best at the top of their games.

After Mickelson’s eight-under-par 63 on Thursday, many thought that the American already had one hand on the Claret Jug. But 36 holes later, he was trailing the ice-cool Swede by one heading into Sunday’s showdown.

It was very much a matchplay scenario on Sunday, helping both golfers to stay aggressive

In truth, Phil could do no more. You’d put your mortgage on him winning the Claret Jug if we told you he’d go on to shoot a flawless six-under-par 65 on Sunday; but not on this occasion.

A three-putt bogey from Stenson on the first was not what the doctor ordered - a sign of nerves at the start of the biggest round of his career. Following this with six birdies in the next nine holes, The Swede showed that he was certainly up to the challenge. If you thought there may be some problems down the final stretch, then think again. Four birdies in his final five holes secured a first Major win with an Open Championship record score of 20-under-par.

McIlroy coined it best in his post-round interview, describing the two as being on a ‘different planet’. At times it looked like they were playing a completely different game to the rest of the field.

The best part?

Even after an intense battle for 36 holes, the two showed utter class and respect for one another as they walked off the 72nd green arm-in-arm, a sign of true sportsmanship.

We started the week with a 63 by Mickelson, and ended it with a 63 by Stenson.
Let’s hope we’re treated to much of the same in this year’s Ryder Cup!

What equipment did Stenson use?

• Driver – Callaway XR 16 (9 loft)
• Fairway wood – Callaway Diablo (13 loft);
• Irons – Callaway Legacy Black (2-PW)
• Wedges – Callaway Mack Daddy 3 (52 & 58)
• Putter – Odyssey White Hot