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Andrew Novak WITB: Mexico Open champion bags another win for Srixon's Z-Star XV

Andrew Novak delivered a dominant performance at the 2026 VidantaWorld Mexico Open, carding a 25-under total and finishing five shots clear of the field. His precision with both iron play and putting stood out, as he led all competitors in Strokes Gained: Putting and total feet of putts made, while ranking second in SG: Approach.

Novak’s equipment setup reflects a minimalist approach, featuring a clean mix of Srixon ZXi5/7 irons, RTZ2 Mid and 588 wedges, and the Srixon Z-Star XV golf ball—his preferred choice for optimal control and consistency. The win marks his second PGA Tour victory and signals growing expectations for his future success on the circuit.

Novak’s driver of choice, a Ping G440 LST (9° adjusted to 7.5°), combines advanced forgiveness with a shallow, high-speed face for added distance and control. His shaft, a Project X HZRDUS Smoke Green 60TX tipped 1 inch, complements the driver’s neutral weighting and deeper center of gravity.

The combination underscores Novak’s ability to eliminate variables while maintaining ownership of his ball flight, a strategy that paid off handsomely in Mexico.

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