Equipment Deal for 'Extraordinary' China Teenager

Tokyo, Japan: Former China amateur standout Zhou Yanhan has signed a lucrative multi-year equipment endorsement agreement with Callaway Golf.

Zhou, who was born in Hunan but raised in Vancouver, has emerged as one of the most exciting young players in international golf.

He earned DP World Tour membership after capturing the 2025 China Tour Order of Merit, which included seven victories during the season. Since turning professional, he has amassed 11 victories and established himself as one of golf’s brightest young talents.

“Joining Callaway Golf is an incredible milestone in my career,” said Zhou, who tied 12th at Royal Melbourne Golf Club in the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in 2023, his sole appearance in the event.

“Callaway has set the standard for innovation and performance in the game, and I am excited to compete with equipment trusted by some of the world’s best players and numerous major champions.

“I look forward to representing the brand and continuing to pursue my goals on the global stage,” added Zhou, who enjoyed a stellar amateur career, winning the China Golf Tour’s Chongqing Open in 2022 when he was aged 14. He also won the 2023 China Amateur Open and retained his Chongqing Open title in 2023 and 2024.

With immediate effect, Zhou will play a full line-up of Callaway equipment and accessories while serving as a global ambassador for the brand.

Through this partnership, Zhou will compete with a Callaway driver, woods, irons, wedges, and an Odyssey putter, while also using a Callaway golf ball and headwear.

He will carry a Callaway golf bag and accessories in competition during official rounds as well. The partnership also includes marketing activations, social media collaboration, and support for the brand throughout the season.

Eddie Erkmanis, Callaway Senior Vice President of Global Sports Marketing, said: “We are excited to welcome Yanhan to Team Callaway, joining our elite group of players competing across the world’s professional Tours.

“Yanhan is already a proven winner, with a level of poise well beyond his years and the talent and dedication to take his game to even greater heights. We’re proud to have him represent Team Callaway and look forward to supporting his continued success with the best equipment for his game.”

Steve Loy, President of Global Golf at SPORTFIVE, Zhou’s management company, added: “We’re proud to have helped facilitate this partnership between Yanhan and Callaway Golf.

“Yanhan’s accomplishments at such a young age are extraordinary. Winning seven times in a single season to earn DP World Tour status was impressive enough, but he has continued to prove himself against world-class competition with multiple top finishes throughout his rookie season.

“We believe Callaway is the ideal partner to support the next chapter of his career, and we’re excited to see what he can accomplish moving forward.”