Justin Rose’s surprise McLaren move has divided the golf world

Justin Rose, currently ranked World No. 7, has signed a deal to become the first global ambassador for McLaren Golf, a fledgling company with no prior history in the sport, and has begun using their irons mid-season with three majors still to play in 2026. The move has divided opinion in the golf world, with many questioning the timing given Rose's competitive ambitions, especially after he finished third at the Masters last month while leading in the final round. The partnership is notable as McLaren is primarily known as an F1 team, making this an unprecedented crossover into golf equipment.