Jordan Spieth returns to Royal Birkdale at The Open Championship

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Jordan Spieth returns to Royal Birkdale at The Open Championship
Summary

Jordan Spieth competes this week at The Open Championship, returning to Royal Birkdale, the site of his notable 2017 victory. Nine years ago, Spieth managed a remarkable recovery for a bogey on the 13th hole during the final round. Though currently ranked 51st in the world, Spieth expresses frustration about his performance, having not won since 2022. He reflected on how the pressure of past achievements weighs on his game while remaining optimistic about regaining form. Spieth will tee off at 5:09 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday alongside Jon Rahm and Tommy Fleetwood.

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  • Spieth won The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in 2017.
  • He is currently ranked 51st in the world, down from 89th earlier this year.
  • Spieth has not won a tournament since 2022.
  • He tees off at 5:09 a.m. ET on Thursday with Jon Rahm and Tommy Fleetwood.
  • His recent struggles have heightened interest in his return to past success.
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Nine years ago, Spieth won The Open, putting him a PGA Championship away from completing the career Grand Slam. It's been an uphill battle since.

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