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English golfer Aaron Rai clinched victory at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship after edging out fellow Englishman Tommy Fleetwood in a tense play‑off. Both finished on 25 under par, but Rai sank a seven‑foot birdie putt at the first extra hole to seal the win.
It was the perfect illustration of Rai’s trademark composure under pressure and once again, his trusted MacWet gloves played a subtle but significant role.
The Signature Grip: Why Rai Trusts MacWet Gloves
From the early days of his career, Rai has worn two gloves, left and right, a habit he developed when he was just eight years old. He once remarked that when he tried to play with only one glove, “I couldn’t feel the grip properly.”
His choice of glove? The MacWet Climatec Golf Glove. Rai is an ambassador for the brand and cites the MacWet gloves as offering “unrivalled grip in the heat of competition.” The gloves feature an Aquatec® micro‑fibre material that enhances grip when damp or sweaty perfect for golf’s varied conditions, in particular in wet weather or warmer climates such as Rai experienced in Abu Dhabi.
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Why It Matters
In a play‑off scenario, the smallest details count. Rai’s steady grip, aided by his dual‑glove approach and the advanced MacWet technology, helped him maintain control during key moments. That consistency gave him the composure to claim his third DP World Tour and second Rolex Series win. He also won the Wyndham Championship on the PGA TOUR in August 2024.
Final Thought
Aaron Rai’s win is a masterclass in blending skill, preparation and smart golf equipment choices which offer Rai a sense of comfort, familiarity and consistency whether it be his castle tees, his iron covers, his six-year old driver, his golf ball or indeed his MacWet golf gloves. The gloves may not grab the headlines, but in those decisive moments they underline a quietly powerful and unique edge.
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