-She won the respective title after a dramatic 5-hole playoff-
ORANGE COUNTY, CA – October 21, 2025 – ‘elite grips’, a leading manufacturer of golf grips and the top Japanese grip company in Japan, is proud to announce that the Women’s World No# 1 secured her second victory of the 2025 season at the Buick LPGA Shanghai while competing with ‘elite grips’. The international event was held from October 9-12, 2025, on the Qizhong Garden Golf Course located in Shanghai, China.
A Dramatic LPGA Shanghai Victory
The top-rated women’s golfer overcame a four-shot deficit with five holes left at LPGA Shanghai, staging a comeback to tie and force a playoff. She won with a decisive shot on the fifth playoff hole, becoming the first golfer to win two LPGA tournaments this season.
According to ‘elite grips’, they acknowledge her perseverance and resilience during the demanding competition and remarked that her determination was evident to the organization. The company believes its advanced Standard Star 48 grips played a role in improving her ball control, resulting in increased precision and consistency in her performance.
Standard 48 Star Grip Available in Various Colors
The Standard 48 Star Grip is manufactured using a proprietary elastomer, independently developed with the advanced material No. NK510. A distinctive synthetic rubber <elastomer> that offers excellent resistance to twisting, delivering ideal torque balance. This grip is exclusively designed and produced in Japan. The Buick LPGA Shanghai Champion uses the Standard Star 48 Grips on all her clubs except her putter.
‘elite grips’ are Valued for Their Structure by Both Professional and Amateur Golfers
The ‘elite grip’ tip is soft to align with shaft movement, while the firmer handle ensures balanced torque transfer. Its separated top/bottom and left/right design improve fit, letting the palm adhere closely for easier handling and efficient torque transmission.
About ‘elite grips’:
‘elite grips’ is recognized as a premier Japanese golf grip manufacturer. This reputation stems from their dedication to advancing both scientific innovation and expert craftsmanship. ‘elite grips’ consistently exceed challenges through a commitment to excellence, resulting in effective solutions and ongoing progress.
The company has thrived for more than ten years in Japan, crediting its growth to their innovative golf grips created by a Japanese design team in collaboration with professional golfers. They host the leading Japan Golf Tour ‘elite grips’ Challenge, an event that builds consumer awareness and earns the trust of top golfers nationwide. Full Leaderboard elite grips challenge 2025 – 日本ゴルフツアー機構 – The Official Site of JAPAN GOLF TOUR ‘elite grips’ tour and broadcasting trucks travel weekly to Japan Golf Tour events, accounting for 30% of total tour grip usage.
Some ‘elite grips’ ambassadors include Scott Vincent and Kiearn Vincent from the PGA Tour, Tain Lee on the PGA Korn Ferry Tour, Yuna Nishimura, Jeena Thitikul, Pajaree Anannarukarn, PK Kongraphan representing the LPGA Tour, and Jinichiro Kozuma appearing on the LIV Tour.
‘elite grips’ has recently expanded into North America with offices in Southern California.
For more information, please visit www.elitegripsgolf.com or each out to info@elitegripsgolf.com.
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