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Players cited with this
- Tiger WoodsPRESS
“Tiger has typically used the softer version of whatever model golf ball he's playing (think Titleist Pro V1 over Pro V1x) and was using the Bridgestone Tour B XS – they even had a special edition available with 'Tiger' stamped on – but in more recent times he's switched to the firmer feeling Bridgestone Tour B X.”
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“Woods also switched to the model in recent years from the softer and spinnier Tour B XS.”
Read the report“Most recently, that has been in the shape of the Bridgestone Tour B XS which he had been using since it was launched by the brand in 2020, although he switched into the firmer Bridgestone Tour B X model in 2022.”
Read the report“Upon signing with Bridgestone, Woods initially played the Tour B330 S golf ball which was eventually updated to the Tour B XS ball Woods won twice with in 2019 , including his 15th major title at the Masters.”
Read the report“The Tour B X, however, is not the ‘spinniest’ ball in the Bridgestone line. What’s changed or what trait does the X give you that the XS did not?”
Read the report“Before 2022, Woods had played Tour B XS, a softer ball with more spin, to work the ball both directions and get the necessary zip around the green.”
Read the report““The Tour B XS is still a ball he helped co-design, and it’s a ball he’ll probably go back to in those situations where he needs more playability and workability in the golf ball.”
Read the report“Most recently, that has been in the shape of the Bridgestone Tour B XS which he has been using since it was launched by the brand in 2020. Now, however, it looks like Woods will be using the firmer Bridgestone Tour B X over the next two events at least.”
Read the report“…he’s looking for more distance, and the lower-spinning Tour B X model (compared to the Tour B XS he had been playing) definitely spins less”
Read the report“…all signs point to the 15-time major winner altering the recipe and switching away from the Tour B XS and into the Tour B X for at least The Match and PNC Championship.”
Read the report“After downloading the app, a user could point their phone at the Bridgestone Tour B XS box and an image of Woods “stands” before them (somewhat like a hologram) talking about the technology of the ball he uses and his relationship with the company.”
Read the report“The Masters marked Tiger Woods’ first official tournament with Bridgestone’s Tour B XS golf ball in the bag.”
Read the report“He told us about playing with Tiger at Bay Hill and he saw some of the short-game shots Tiger was able to pull off with his Tour B XS that he couldn’t do with the ball he was playing, especially the low, spinny pitch that checks up”
Read the report““We hear from a lot of players who started with Bridgestone by trying Tiger’s Tour B XS model and then eventually transitioned to the Tour B X, RX, or RXS, after being fitted,” said Mellow.”
Read the report“…he’s using a new Bridgestone Tour B XS prototype golf ball”
Read the report“Woods took to social media on Wednesday to confirm Bridgestone’s Tour B XS prototype will be his ball of choice in Orlando.”
Read the report““I can play any ball I want, and the Tour B XS is my clear choice,” said the 15-time Major champ.”
Read the report“Woods plays the more spinny Tour B XS whilst DeChambeau's preference is the Tour B X.”
Read the report“Tiger Woods currently plays Bridgestone's Tour B XS golf ball.”
Read the report“After playing more with Woods, who uses Bridgestone’s Tour B XS ball , however, McIlroy decided to make another switch.”
Read the report“Tiger Woods took more than two years testing prototypes of what would eventually become Bridgestone’s Tour B XS ball.”
Read the report“It is not an entirely new ball, but rather the existing 2020 Bridgestone Tour B XS model released in January , also known as the golf ball Woods uses on the PGA Tour.”
Read the report“Woods is putting the new TaylorMade SIM driver and a new Bridgestone Tour B XS golf ball in play this week at the Farmers Insurance Open.”
Read the report“Woods also had the new Bridgestone Tour B XS 2020 golf ball in his bag.”
Read the report“…now putting the new Tour B XS ball in play at Torrey Pines”
Read the report“The XS version, which happens to be Tiger Woods' ball of choice , delivers more spin than the slightly firmer X.”
Read the report“Ball: Bridgestone Tour B XS”
Read the report“Tiger Woods' Bridgestone Tour B XS golf ball.”
Read the report“In addition to not being the same iron, it wasn’t the same ball, either, as Woods now uses Bridgestone’s Tour B XS model instead of one with a Nike swoosh.”
Read the report“Last season, he used TaylorMade Milled Grind wedges in 56° and 60° with True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 shafts, and Bridgestone Tour B XS golf balls.”
Read the report“Ball: Bridgestone Tour B XS golf ball”
Read the report“Woods’ ball, meanwhile, is the Bridgestone TourB XS.”
Read the report“Tiger also favors a higher spinning golf ball (the Bridgestone Tour B XS) and likes to spin the heck out of his short game shots”
Read the report“Woods began using the Tour B XS ball in preparation for the 2017 Hero World Challenge.”
Read the report“Woods will play Bridgestone Golf's Tour B XS ball in his first round of competitive golf since February, paired with Justin Thomas in the first round of the 2017 Hero World Challenge.”
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Jason DayPRESS“Those numbers eventually had Day transition to the company’s 2022 Tour B X model. According to Rehberg, while Day liked the greenside spin of the XS, it would float on him a little on full shots with the mid and short irons.”
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“I initially played the XS and liked it but after working with Bridgestone’s R&D team and really learning about the ball fitting process, it was obvious that the Tour B X was the best fit for my game.”
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What reviewers say
Based on 3 reviews (2 press, 1 video), newest August 2026
What press and YouTube reviews of the Bridgestone Tour B XS judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.
Where it shines
- Greenside spin
- Feel
- Durability
- Distance
DistanceMostly positive: Leans positive.Distance matches Pro V1, though slightly behind Tour B X model.3 reviews›
Praise (3)
“matching the Pro V1 for distance off the tee is a massive win for Bridgestone.”
PressGolf Monthly, Sam · February 2026Read the review
“That being said, it is longer than the previous generation, thanks to its more penetrating ball flight.”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
“Off the tee, it produces fast ball speeds with low driver spin for long, stable drives.”
VideoUnlimited Tech World · August 2026Watch at 0:32
Complaints (2)
“Slightly slower ball speeds than some competitors”
PressGolf Monthly, Sam · February 2026Read the review
“This does result in less carry distance and overall distance than the X, but the XS isn’t designed for distance.”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
Greenside spinRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Reviewers praise outstanding spin and stopping power around greens.3 reviews›
Praise (5)
“the XS offered superior stopping power”
PressGolf Monthly, Sam · February 2026Read the review
“the grab on the greens was excellent”
PressGolf Monthly, Sam · February 2026Read the review
“Outstanding spin and control”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
“Spin and control is outstanding from mid irons through to wedges”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
“the soft urethane cover creates exceptional spin around the greens”
VideoUnlimited Tech World · August 2026Watch at 0:40
FeelRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Soft, pleasant feel, though slightly less off the tee.3 reviews›
Praise (5)
“Soft feel through impact”
PressGolf Monthly, Sam · February 2026Read the review
“the feel off the face was noticeably softer than the Tour B X model I tested previously”
PressGolf Monthly, Sam · February 2026Read the review
“Very pleasant, soft feel”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
“The soft feel is incredibly pleasant”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
“The ball offers a soft, yet responsive feel that inspires confidence on every shot.”
VideoUnlimited Tech World · August 2026Watch at 1:31
Complaints (1)
“The only reason the XS didn’t score full marks is because off the tee its feel isn’t as strong as the X”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
DurabilityRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Lasts a full round or more, minor cosmetic wear only.2 reviews›
Praise (4)
“Most golfers would easily be able to get 36 holes out of one XS.”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
“More durable than previous generation”
PressToday's Golfer · March 2026Read the review
“durability is surprisingly impressive”
VideoUnlimited Tech World · August 2026Watch at 1:49
“Most golfers can comfortably finish an entire round with a single ball while maintaining consistent performance.”
VideoUnlimited Tech World · August 2026Watch at 1:57
Complaints (1)
“Soft covers can show cosmetic wedge marks over time.”
VideoUnlimited Tech World · August 2026Watch at 4:06
- ConsistencyNot covered by enough reviews
- ValueNot covered by enough reviews
A criterion needs at least two reviews from different sources before it gets a verdict.
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Photo credits
- Jason Day — Bryan Berlin, CC BY-SA 4.0