Justin Thomas, Jordan Spieth charge into Valspar Championship contention in Saturday pairing

Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth electrified the third round of the Valspar Championship with stellar performances at Innisbrook Resort’s Copperhead Course. Playing together for the first three rounds of a PGA TOUR event since 2018, they delivered a thrilling display. Thomas carded a 65, while Spieth posted a 67, positioning themselves within striking distance of the leaders heading into Sunday’s final round.

Thomas sits at 5-under 208 through 54 holes, with Spieth trailing at 3-under 210. Their dynamic pairing, fueled by friendly competition, energized the morning crowd. Thomas surged with a 27-foot eagle at the 11th and a trio of birdies at 12-14, while Spieth’s steady play included a crucial birdie at the 17th. Both players capitalized on the weekend opportunity after narrowly making the cut at 2-over.

Chasing their first PGA TOUR victories since 2022, Thomas and Spieth enter the final round with renewed confidence. Thomas believes both have a shot at victory, emphasizing the challenging course conditions. If their form holds, an exciting Sunday finish—or even a dramatic playoff at the infamous Snake Pit—could be in store.