Jordan Spieth’s strong performance at the WM Phoenix Open showcased flashes of his best form. His sharp approach play and short game propelled him to a top-five finish, a significant milestone in his return from wrist surgery. However, to contend at the Genesis Invitational, Spieth must refine his driving accuracy.
Torrey Pines’ South Course demands precision off the tee, as its length and dense rough punish errant shots. Spieth struggled with his driver at TPC Scottsdale, hitting fairways just 50% of the time. Adjusting to his new driver and improving his tee shots will be crucial to staying competitive.
Despite these challenges, Spieth’s iron play and putting remain strong, ranking among the best last week. If he can find consistency with his driver, he has the tools to make a deep run at Torrey Pines. His ability to recover from difficult situations is legendary, but minimizing trouble off the tee will be the key to success.
