Few things get golf fans buzzing like Jordan Spieth’s game trending upward. With the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow around the corner, there’s a fresh spark of excitement surrounding the three-time major champion. Why? Spieth’s driving game is evolving, and it could make all the difference on one of the season’s most challenging layouts.
Turning Driving Into a Weapon
“The drivers I have now are just incredible—my driving has become a weapon more than it used to be,”
Historically, Spieth’s driving hasn’t been his strongest suit. But recent mechanical adjustments paired with new Titleist drivers have flipped the script. “The drivers I have now are just incredible—my driving has become a weapon more than it used to be,” Spieth shared enthusiastically. The results? Noticeable increases in ball speed and a newfound ability to handle longer, tougher courses more effectively.
Spieth’s renewed comfort with the big stick could be a game-changer. His past struggles on tighter layouts and penal rough setups, like Quail Hollow, have faded into the rearview mirror as he builds confidence off the tee.
Balancing Driving Power with Iron Precision
“Probably 75% mechanics, 25% fear factor last year for my approach stats, but it’s coming around now”
Don’t think for a second that Spieth’s improvements in driving have come at the expense of his approach play. “Probably 75% mechanics, 25% fear factor last year for my approach stats, but it’s coming around now,” he admitted. Spieth’s short game and putting have never been in question, and now that his iron game is stabilizing, he’s quietly becoming one of the most well-rounded players on tour.
Interestingly, Spieth even acknowledged he wouldn’t mind borrowing a little magic from fellow pro Scottie Scheffler, who currently leads the tour in approach play. “If I could swap a part of my game, I’d take Scottie’s approach play—if you lead in approach, you have a chance every week,” Spieth remarked.
“If I could swap a part of my game, I’d take Scottie’s approach play—if you lead in approach, you have a chance every week”
A New Chapter for Spieth
With his driving reshaped into a strength and his approach play steadily trending upward, Spieth looks poised for a strong run at Quail Hollow and beyond. Equipped with his upgraded Titleist gear and sharpened mechanics, all eyes are on him to see if he can rekindle the dominance that made him one of golf’s most exciting stars.
The PGA Championship is just the beginning of what could be a resurgent chapter in Spieth’s career. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if this new balance in his game translates into title contention. One thing is for sure—we’ll all be watching closely.
