He uses iron coversHe wears two gloves

Both of these are uncommon in the golf world. When asked why he used iron covers, though, he had a pretty reasonable answer.

Rai mentions that when he didn’t have money or equipment, he wanted to keep his irons covered to ensure they wouldn’t go bad. He notes that while he could get new equipment whenever on the PGA Tour, he keeps the iron covers on as perspective on what he has, where he is and where he came from.

Aaron Rai poses with the trophy after winning the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament. on Sunday in Newtown Square, Pa.

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And they are here to stay. Rai says, “The covers are going to stay, I’m sorry.”

The gloves don’t have such a sentimental reason. Rather, it’s merely a case of preference for Rai, who began playing with two gloves as a kid to keep his hands warm during cold weather events. Rai simply got used to that feeling and decided to keep using two gloves.

There is no mention of superstition being a factor.

What are his strengths as a golfer?

Rai is known as one of the best golfers off-the-tee. While his power is admirable, his accuracy is what impresses most people. He routinely hits fairways in regulation, making him one of the more consistent golfers in the world on courses with narrow, unforgiving fairways.

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