Jordan Spieth made his first public appearance since his wrist surgery in late August, expressing confidence about returning to top form by the start of 2025.
The three-time major champion took part in the Crush It! Cup youth golf event at Brookhaven Country Club in Texas, where he first developed his golf skills.
Though Spieth’s 2024 season ended in disappointment after he was eliminated from the FedEx Cup Playoffs, he is focused on his recovery and comeback.
Spieth’s wrist issues surfaced before the 2023 PGA Championship, causing him to withdraw from the Byron Nelson event in Dallas. The injury persisted through 2024, eventually impacting his daily life at home. He decided on surgery after realizing the injury would not heal naturally. “It affected simple tasks, like picking up my daughter, and I didnât want it to get worse,” Spieth explained.
Spieth also discussed his absence from the upcoming Presidents Cup, acknowledging it was tough to miss out but necessary for his recovery. He praised Jim Furykâs team but recognized that he needed to focus on rehabilitation. “Itâs hard not to be there, but in my current condition, I wouldnât have belonged,” he said.
As he works on regaining strength and mobility in his wrist, Spieth is taking the opportunity to sharpen his short game and address mechanical issues. “Iâm using this time to fix areas that need improvement and get my swing back to where it should be,” he noted.
During his recovery, Spieth has also been enjoying time with his children, ages three and one, which he sees as a unique opportunity. He humorously shared that heâs had to rely on others for tasks requiring two hands, like changing diapers, but he appreciates the extra time with his family.
Spieth has set his sights on being fully ready for competition by January 1, 2025. He aims to return not just to play but to compete at his highest level. “Iâll come back only when I feel 100 percent, and I expect to perform at my best,” he said.
With encouragement from other athletes whoâve had similar surgeries, Spieth remains optimistic about his recovery and is determined to return stronger in 2025.
