Jordan Spieth, one of the most well-known figures in professional golf, has made a surprising announcement that will excite fans. The three-time major champion confirmed his return to the PGA Tour, revealing that he will compete in next week’s Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches. This event marks the beginning of the Florida swing, a pivotal stretch of the season with four of the next five tournaments taking place in the Sunshine State. Spieth’s participation in the Cognizant Classic is significant, as it will be his first appearance in the event previously known as the Honda Classic. The announcement comes after a series of struggles with injuries, particularly his wrist surgery last August, which has led to inconsistent performances in the 2025 season.
Since returning to competition, Spieth has experienced mixed results in his three starts this year. He finished tied for 69th at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, impressed with a tie for fourth at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, and then failed to make the cut at the Genesis Invitational, where he played on a sponsor’s exemption. Despite these ups and downs, Spieth remains optimistic about his performance and is eager to build momentum as he enters a crucial part of the season. His return is also timely, as he prepares for The PLAYERS Championship, one of the most prestigious events on the PGA Tour. However, to participate in the Arnold Palmer Invitational, another major event on the calendar, he would need to secure a sponsor exemption.
The Cognizant Classic field will feature several notable players, including top-20 ranked golfers Russell Henley, Sepp Straka, and Shane Lowry. Additionally, rising amateur star Luke Clanton from Florida State University will be competing, hoping to earn his PGA Tour card through the PGA Tour University Accelerated program. Clanton needs only to make the cut to secure the final point necessary to join the professional ranks, following in the footsteps of Gordon Sargent. His recent deal with Nike has added to his growing reputation as a future star. With Spieth’s return and a strong lineup of competitors, the Cognizant Classic promises to be an exciting tournament for golf fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter of the 2025 PGA Tour season.