Golf legend Gary Player recently expressed his belief that Jordan Spieth can be the standard in golf, despite his recent struggles. On August 15, 2025, Player described Spieth’s decline as a “tragedy,” attributing it to poor coaching techniques that have hindered his performance.
- Gary Player praises Jordan Spieth's potential.
- Player criticizes Spieth's coaching methods.
- American golf coaching lacks knowledge, says Player.
- Spieth's recent performance has been disappointing.
- Player expresses hope for Spieth's improvement.
- Spieth has not won since 2022.
Player, who won nine major championships, emphasized that Spieth possesses immense talent, including exceptional short game skills and course management. However, he criticized the current state of coaching in America, suggesting that Spieth’s potential has been stifled by misguided training methods.
What does this mean for Spieth’s future? Player’s comments raise questions about the effectiveness of coaching in professional golf. Can Spieth bounce back and return to his winning ways? Key developments include:
- Player’s criticism of the bowed wrist technique prevalent in American coaching.
- Spieth’s current ranking at 52nd, with no wins since 2022.
- His recent finishes include two fourth-place results but also disappointing outings.
- Player remains hopeful after observing Spieth’s swing recently.
As the BMW Championship approaches, fans are eager to see if Spieth can turn his fortunes around and reclaim his spot among golf’s elite. Will he rise to the occasion?
