Brentwood, Tenn. – Softspikes has extended one of the most dominant equipment stories in golf after the winner of the John Deere Classic claimed victory wearing replaceable Softspikes for the 26th consecutive week on the PGA TOUR.
The result means Softspikes has now recorded a PGA TOUR victory in every week of the 2026 season so far, underlining the continued importance of proven traction at the highest level of the game.
At TPC Deere Run, the champion produced a superb final-round 62, including nine birdies, to finish at 20-under-par and secure a one-shot victory after a dramatic finish in Illinois. The win came while wearing Nike shoes fitted with Softspikes Tour Flex Pro spikes, adding another PGA TOUR title to a season-long streak that has now reached 26 consecutive weeks.
The wider leaderboard told the same story, with 43 of the top 45 finishers at the John Deere Classic choosing replaceable spikes over spikeless or tennis-style footwear.
Softspikes also recorded another international victory on the DP World Tour, where the BMW International Open champion won wearing FootJoy shoes fitted with Pulsar spikes.
Joe Henderson, President of Softspikes, said: “To see the PGA TOUR streak reach 26 weeks is an incredible statement. Every week, the results continue to show that when players are competing for titles, they are choosing the traction and stability of replaceable spikes.
“The John Deere Classic was another exciting finish, and it was great to see Tour Flex Pro play its part in another PGA TOUR victory. With another win on the DP World Tour as well, this was a very strong week for Softspikes across the game.”
The latest results continue a standout season for Softspikes, with replaceable spikes dominating PGA TOUR leaderboards week after week and remaining the preferred choice for players competing at the very top of the sport.
Tour players routinely change spikes based on course conditions, but many amateur golfers overlook traction’s impact on consistency and distance. For optimal performance, golfers should replace spikes every 15 rounds.
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About Softspikes:
Softspikes is the #1 spike on the PGA Tour and leader in golf spike technology. Manufactured by PrideSports® and founded in 1993 following a winter metal spike “ban” endorsed by several U.S. State Golf Associations, Softspikes became the industry’s first and only patented non-metal cleat. Offering enhanced traction, added comfort and improved performance, Softspikes replacement spikes can be purchased on Softspikes.com or through major retailers, sporting goods and golf specialty stores and pro shops nationwide.
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