Jordan Spieth's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jordan Spieth.

Jordan Spieth is a highly accomplished American professional golfer currently playing on the PGA Tour. He reached the number one position in the Official World Golf Ranking. Spieth has secured three major championships and won the prestigious 2015 FedEx Cup. He continues to be a prominent figure in the world of professional golf.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1923: Youngest U.S. Open Champion Since 1923

In 2015, Jordan Spieth became the youngest U.S. Open champion since Bobby Jones achieved the title in 1923.

1923: Youngest Winner Since Bobby Jones in 1923

In 2015, Jordan Spieth became the youngest winner of the U.S. Open since Bobby Jones in 1923.

1929: Youngest American Ryder Cup Player Since 1929

In 2014, Jordan Spieth became the youngest American to play in the Ryder Cup matches for 85 years, since Horton Smith in 1929.

1931: First Teenager Winner Since 1931

In 2013, Jordan Spieth became the first teenager to win on the PGA tour since Ralph Guldahl won the Santa Monica Open in 1931.

1976: Raymond Floyd's Masters Record

In 2014, Spieth broke the 36-hole Masters scoring record by posting 14-under 130 through two rounds, beating the previous record of 13-under 131 set by Raymond Floyd in 1976.

1976: First Wire-to-Wire Masters Win

In 2015, Spieth's Masters victory was the first wire-to-wire Masters win since Raymond Floyd's in 1976.

1986: One Shot Behind the Course Record

In 2014, Spieth shot an opening round 64 at the Masters, only one shot behind the course record of 63 shared by Nick Price and Greg Norman, who set their rounds in 1986 and 1996, respectively.

1996: Nick Price and Greg Norman's Course Record

In 2014, Spieth shot an opening round 64 at the Masters, only one shot behind the course record of 63 shared by Nick Price and Greg Norman, who set their rounds in 1986 and 1996, respectively.

1997: Tying Tiger Woods' Score Record

During the final round of the Masters in 2015, Jordan Spieth tied Tiger Woods' 1997 score record at 18-under.

2002: First Since 2002 to Win Masters and U.S. Open

In 2015, Jordan Spieth became the first player since Tiger Woods in 2002 to win the Masters and the U.S. Open in the same year.

2009: U.S. Junior Amateur Win

In 2009, Jordan Spieth won the U.S. Junior Amateur at Trump National Bedminster.

July 2011: Ranked No. 1 in AJGA Golf Rankings

Before turning 18 in July 2011, Jordan Spieth was ranked No. 1 in the AJGA Golf Rankings.

September 27, 2013: PGA Tour Rookie of the Year

On September 27, 2013, Jordan Spieth was named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year, marking a significant achievement in his early career.

2013: First PGA Tour Win

In 2013, Jordan Spieth won the John Deere Classic, becoming the fourth youngest PGA Tour winner and the first teenager to do so since 1931.

August 2015: World Number One Ranking

After finishing second at the 2015 PGA Championship, Jordan Spieth became the world number one in the Official World Golf Ranking for two weeks in August 2015.

2015: 2015 FedEx Cup Champion

In 2015, Jordan Spieth became the FedEx Cup champion, marking a significant achievement in his career.

2015: Masters Tournament and U.S. Open Wins

In 2015, Jordan Spieth won the Masters Tournament with a score of 270 and then the U.S. Open. Later in 2015, he won the Tour Championship, clinching the FedEx Cup.

2015: Valspar Championship Victory

In 2015, Jordan Spieth won the Valspar Championship, which was a precursor to his successful year that included wins at Augusta and the U.S. Open. Spieth's victory at the Valspar Championship in 2015 set the stage for a successful season.

May 29, 2016: Dean & DeLuca Invitational Win

On May 29, 2016, Jordan Spieth won the Dean & DeLuca Invitational, marking his first victory since the Masters collapse.

2016: Laureus World Sports Award

In 2016, Jordan Spieth won the Laureus World Sports Award for Breakthrough of the Year, recognizing his achievements in golf.

2016: Emirates Australian Open Win

In November 2016, Jordan Spieth won the Emirates Australian Open for the second time in three years, claiming the title on the first playoff hole.

2017: Vardon Trophy and Byron Nelson Award

At the end of the 2017 season, Jordan Spieth took the Vardon Trophy and Byron Nelson Award for the second time in his career for leading the tour in scoring average.

2017: Open Championship Win

In 2017, Jordan Spieth won his third major at the Open Championship by three shots.

2019: Tie for 3rd at PGA Championship and top-10 Finishes

In 2019, Jordan Spieth finished in a tie for 3rd at the PGA Championship, marking his first top-10 finish of the year. After the PGA Championship in 2019, he then secured another top-10 finish at the Charles Schwab Challenge and Memorial Tournament.

April 17, 2022: Victory at RBC Heritage

On April 17, 2022, Jordan Spieth won his 13th PGA Tour title at the RBC Heritage, defeating Patrick Cantlay in a playoff.

September 2022: Presidents Cup Participation and Victory

In September 2022, Jordan Spieth was selected to play on the U.S. team in the Presidents Cup and won all five of his matches, including four partnered with Justin Thomas.