Jordan Spieth raged at caddie and was immediately humbled as setbacks continue
During last year’s Scottish Open, Jordan Spieth learned to trust his veteran caddie Michael Greller’s judgment after a tricky first round, which closed with a score of 71.
The three-time major champion won’t have to worry about what shots he should play at the Arnold Palmer Invitational this year though after he was brutally snubbed. Spieth admitted to feeling ‘bummed’ about being overlooked for the competition, especially after enjoying a strong start to the year.
At last year’s event, Spieth was caught in an awkward situation on the sixth hole. The former world No.1 doubted which club to choose for the short par three due to fierce winds. Facing a mere 111-yard shot, Spieth was hesitant about playing a high-flying wedge, echoing Xander Schauffele’s earlier comment: “A hundred ten yards and you’re trying to figure out how to hit a 140-yard shot but not too low or too high because then it will end up in the wrong place.”
Greller reassured Spieth, who, filled with uncertainty, asked “Is this even getting within 10 yards of the green?” and “You think it does?” Nevertheless, Greller confidently responded, “Yeah, I still like that,” despite Spieth’s continued doubts. He suggested that even if the shot fell short at 100 yards, it would be fine.
