Ep 1. Jordan Spieth-A Year Like No Other
- TV14
- March 7, 2016
Jordan Spieth is one of the most adored and accomplished golfers of the modern era. In Feherty season 6 episode 1, titled "Jordan Spieth - A Year Like No Other," acclaimed interviewer David Feherty sits with Spieth as he discusses his incredible journey to success and his down-to-earth personality.
Spieth's rise to fame is nothing short of remarkable. He burst onto the scene at just age 19, becoming the youngest American to win the U.S. Junior Amateur Championship. He then went on to win two American Junior Golf Association events in a row, cementing his reputation as a prodigy. But it was his breakout year in 2015 that truly cemented his place in golf history.
During that year, Spieth won the Masters, the U.S. Open, and the Tour Championship, becoming only the sixth golfer ever to win two majors in a row. He also accomplished a feat never before seen in golf history - he finished in the top four in all four majors. His success brought with it a level of fame and scrutiny that he had never experienced before.
In this episode of Feherty, viewers get to see a side of Spieth that they don't often see on the golf course. Spieth opens up to Feherty about the challenges of being thrust into the public eye so suddenly, and how he deals with the pressure of constantly being in the spotlight. He also talks about his faith and how it has played a role in his life and career.
Feherty, who is known for his ability to put his guests at ease and get them to open up, gets Spieth to share some little-known but fascinating details about his life. For example, Spieth talks about how he got his start in golf thanks to his grandfather. He also reveals that he is a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and that he even considers quarterback Tony Romo to be a close friend.
Throughout the episode, Feherty and Spieth build a rapport that is both charming and insightful. Spieth's honesty and vulnerability are refreshing, and viewers get a glimpse of what it's like to be one of the best golfers in the world.
As the episode title suggests, 2015 was a year like no other for Spieth. In this episode of Feherty, he talks about what it was like to experience such an incredible run of success, and how it has affected his career going forward. He also discusses the mental and physical aspects of his game, and what he has done to stay at the top of his game.
All in all, "Jordan Spieth - A Year Like No Other" is a fascinating look at one of the most talented and engaging golfers of our time. Whether you're a fan of Spieth or just a fan of golf in general, this episode is sure to entertain and enlighten.