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Spieth’s Putter Prank Strikes Masters Official
AUGUSTA, GA – During the final round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National, golfer Jordan Spieth was caught on camera in a lighthearted, albeit somewhat controversial, incident. Spieth playfully struck a tournament official with the grip of his putter, leaving the staff member visibly discomforted. The incident occurred as Spieth transitioned to the third tee, shortly after beginning his round with a birdie and a par.
Accidental Contact or Intentional Jest?
Cameras captured Spieth extending fist bumps to patrons while walking toward the third tee. Subsequently, he appeared to flick the grip end of his putter outwards, making contact with an unidentified official in a sensitive area. The staff member, positioned on the players’ side of the ropes, reacted with an immediate physical response indicating pain from the unexpected tap.
Smirk and Bogey Follow Putter Incident
Spieth was observed smirking following the incident, a reaction that some viewers may interpret as prolonging the jest. However, his good-humored start to the final round took a slight detour at the ensuing hole. On the third hole, Spieth recorded a bogey, bringing his score for the day back to even par after his earlier gains.
Masters Performance and Reflections
The seasoned golfer, a three-time major champion whose last major victory was in 2017, entered the final round as an outside contender. Facing an 11-shot deficit behind the lead held by Rory McIlroy after three rounds, Spieth’s chances of contending for the green jacket this year were slim.
Past Masters Success and Current Form
Spieth famously donned the green jacket in 2015 and has consistently performed well at Augusta, securing top-five finishes on five other occasions. This week’s Masters appearance marks a positive upturn for the Texas native, especially considering his performance in major championships last year, where he did not achieve a top 20 finish in any of the four.
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Mud Ball Grievances
Despite a solid Masters showing, Spieth voiced his frustration regarding the impact of mud balls on play. “It’s just so frustrating because you can’t talk about them here,” Spieth commented, highlighting the unspoken issue. “You’re not supposed to talk about them. Mud balls can affect this tournament significantly.”
He acknowledged some improvement in course conditions regarding mud, stating, “They’ve done a better job – there are less than normal, but I still had them today [Saturday]. I had them yesterday [Friday]. Every person is having to deal with it. But the fact that you’re not supposed to talk about it is a bit frustrating because it is a difference-maker.”