Y360S grips and an RS74 putter grip featured in Nishimura’s first LPGA Tour victory
ORANGE COUNTRY, Calif. — Elite Grips congratulates Yuna Nishimura on winning the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by P&G, her first LPGA Tour title. Nishimura played Elite Grips Y360S grips and an RS74 putter grip during the tournament at Pinnacle Country Club in Rogers, Arkansas.
Nishimura led from start to finish, opening with consecutive rounds of 8-under 63 before closing with a 5-under 66. Her 21-under-par total of 192 tied the tournament’s 54-hole scoring record and secured a five-stroke victory. Before joining the LPGA Tour, Nishimura won six tournaments in Japan, including one major championship
According to Elite Grips, “Winning your first LPGA Tour event takes tremendous skill and composure. Yuna showed both throughout the week in Arkansas. We’re proud that she chose Elite Grips for such an important moment in her career.”
Nishimura’s victory puts a spotlight on a part of the club golfers feel on every shot. From full swings to putts, she played with Elite Grips throughout a week in which she held the lead after every round and finished with her first LPGA Tour win.
The grips in Nishimura’s bag
Y360S grips: Designed for full-swing clubs, the Y360S series uses a textured surface to give players a secure feel in their hands. Its wraparound pattern provides a consistent point of contact when a player grips and swings the club. The series includes several models to accommodate different preferences for grip size, weight and feel.
RS74 putter grip: Made in Japan, the RS74 has a round profile and weighs approximately 59.5 grams. A surface treatment extends across the grip to provide tactile feedback and help players maintain a steady, controlled putting stroke. Its shape offers a different feel from a traditional pistol-style putter grip.
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, Arpichaya Yubol, PK Kongraphan representing the LPGA Tour, and Jinichiro Kozuma appearing on the LIV Tour.
Elite Grips has 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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