Jordan Spieth is no stranger to making headlines, and he did just that at the 2025 Masters in Augusta with a bizarre moment during the final round of play.
As he made his way between holes, something unexpected happened that left a patron — who was believed to be his manager — in pain.
A Fist Bump Turned Awkward
It was a seemingly innocent moment: Spieth, the 2015 Masters champion, had his putter in one hand and was greeting fans with a fist bump in the other.
As he approached a grey-haired man who held out his arm to greet him, Spieth made the usual gesture, bumping fists with the fan.
However, things quickly took a strange turn when his putter connected with the man’s private parts, causing him to immediately bend over in visible agony.
Spieth, unaware of the mishap, continued walking towards the next tee without glancing back.
Meanwhile, the clip of the incident quickly spread across social media, leading fans to question whether it was intentional.
Some speculated that the move was deliberate, but it was later confirmed that the individual in question was Spieth’s manager, Jay Danzi.
Spieth’s Viral Moments at Augusta
This incident wasn’t the only moment that sent Spieth viral at the Masters.
Just the day before, he had also grabbed attention for speaking out about the controversial issue of “mud balls.”
Breaking the Silence on Mud Balls
Despite Augusta’s seemingly pristine course, the way the grass is mowed often leads to balls getting covered in mud, which can greatly affect a golfer’s performance.
Spieth, who had carded a third-round score of 69, opened up about his frustration with the issue during a candid interview.
He expressed that while most players aren’t supposed to discuss mud balls publicly, they can significantly impact the game.
Spieth described how these conditions affected his game, particularly on holes 11 and 13, saying, “Mud balls can affect this tournament significantly, especially when you get them a lot on 11 and 13.
They’re just daggers on those two holes.”
He pointed out that while there had been improvements, he still faced challenges with the issue and felt it hindered his performance.
Spieth’s Thoughts on the Tournament’s Challenges
The golfer also reflected on how the mud balls forced him to adjust his strategy.
“You just have to play so far away from trouble or lay up when you’d normally go for it,” Spieth explained.
Despite the difficulties, he remains focused on the tournament and continues to make his mark in Augusta.
From an awkward incident with his putter to shedding light on a challenge faced by many at Augusta, Jordan Spieth’s Masters experience has certainly been eventful.
Fans will no doubt continue to watch his every move at the iconic event.