‘Kind of total shock’ – When Jordan Spieth joined Tiger Woods’ elite company with a thrilling victory

Jordan Spieth’s victory at the 2015 U.S. Open was a defining moment in his career, marking his second Major win at just 21 years old. With a thrilling one-stroke triumph over Dustin Johnson and Louis Oosthuizen, Spieth cemented his place among golf’s elite, just months after winning the Masters.

His win placed him in exclusive company with Tiger Woods, who also secured the Masters and U.S. Open titles in the same year. Reflecting on the moment, Spieth expressed shock at his dramatic finish, particularly after a tense final stretch where he feared he had lost the tournament.

Despite a double bogey on the 17th hole, Spieth rebounded with a clutch birdie on the 18th to seal the victory. He later revealed that realizing he was tied for the lead on the 15th hole intensified the pressure. Ultimately, Spieth’s resilience and composure under pressure defined his remarkable 2015 U.S. Open win.