As the 2025 U.S. Open tees off at Oakmont Country Club, Sam Burns arrives equipped with precision-tested gear designed to conquer one of golf's most demanding tests. The Louisiana native's setup blends Callaway's cutting-edge technology with proven shaft performance, reflecting a strategic approach to Oakmont's notorious fairways and slick greens.
Leading the charge is Burns' Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond driver. Lofted at 9 degrees and paired with a Fujikura Ventus Blue 7 TX shaft, this low-spin powerhouse delivers the control needed to navigate Oakmont's tight landing zones. Off the tee, stability and accuracy take priority, and the Triple Diamond's forged carbon construction provides both.
For long approaches, Burns trusts the Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond fairway wood at 15 degrees. Its Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 TX shaft enhances stability through impact, crucial for attacking par-5s or recovering from Oakmont's punishing rough. The club's compact head promotes workability, allowing Burns to shape shots under pressure.
Transitioning to versatility, a Callaway Apex UT '24 hybrid (3-iron replacement) bridges the gap between woods and irons. With a Fujikura Ventus Blue 9 TX shaft, it offers piercing trajectory control for precise layups or tucked pins. This utility piece exemplifies Burns' focus on gapping consistency.
His iron play relies on Callaway Apex TCB blades from 4 through pitching wedge. True Temper Dynamic Gold X100 shafts provide the stiff, low-launch profile Burns favors, ensuring penetrating ball flight in windy conditions. These tour-proven irons deliver the feedback and shot-shaping required for Oakmont's firm, undulating greens.
Around the short grass, Burns carries Titleist Vokey Design SM10 wedges in 50, 56, and 60-degree lofts. The 50-degree features a True Temper Dynamic Gold X100 shaft for seamless transition from irons, while the 56 and 60-degree wedges shift to S400 shafts for enhanced touch on chips, bunker shots, and delicate pitches.
On the greens, the Odyssey Ai-ONE 7S putter handles Burns' stroke. Its AI-designed face promotes consistent roll and speed control—a non-negotiable at Oakmont, where three-putts lurk on every slope. The high-MOI mallet design instills confidence on must-make putts.
Rounding out his arsenal is the Callaway Chrome Tour X golf ball. Engineered for tour-level spin separation and durability, it complements Burns' aggressive approach, offering greenside control without sacrificing driver distance.
Burns' curated selection underscores a balance of innovation and tradition. As he tackles Oakmont's brutal layout, every club serves a purpose—proving that in major championship golf, equipment isn't just about power, but precision execution.