Fowler debuts patterned ball at Waste Management Open
Rickie Fowler has never been afraid to push the envelope when it comes to on-course fashion. Now his eccentric style has leaked into his equipment.
The 31-year-old put a new patterned golf ball in play for the first time in his career Thursday at the Waste Management Phoenix Open. Fowler helped design the ball's graphics, which feature his trademark Sunday orange in a nod to his alma mater, Oklahoma State.
Spent a lot of time working with @TaylorMadeGolf to create the PIX. We designed the new graphics on both the TP5 & TP5x Pix to give instant feedback and let you know if you rolled it true. Time to put it in play this week! #TeamTaylorMade #TP5Pix pic.twitter.com/AK9Zptm4wU
— Rickie Fowler (@RickieFowler) January 29, 2020
Fowler's putter was the lone bright spot during Round 1 of his title defense at TPC Scottsdale. He shot 3-over 74, gaining close to half a stroke putting while losing nearly four shots tee to green.
His second round begins Friday at 10:00 a.m. ET.