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Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler show true colors with text as golfer takes on Ernie Els
After 20 years of putting in the hard yards, Tom Greller has earned a place at the U.S. Senior Open Championship and subsequently received congratulatory messages from some of the game’s biggest stars
A 53-year-old golfer has received heartwarming praise from Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler after sealing a spot in the prestigious U.S. Senior Open Championship.
Tom Greller qualified to play in the event this week after battling it out on the East Course at the Broadmoor in Colorado. He revealed that his intense final qualifying round had piqued the interest of Spieth, 31, and Fowler, 36, who were also practicing nearby and who were quick to show their class.
The two stars shared more than a passing interest in Greller’s game as Greller’s brother, Michael, is Spieth’s longtime caddie.
Once he had qualified, he touched upon how Spieth and Fowler sent him texts, congratulating him and how the trio were keenly awaiting his round to conclude. “Jordan, Rickie and Michael were refreshing the phone every couple of minutes, checking the scores,” Greller said.
He also claimed that: “Michael might have been more excited than me,” in reference to his brother. On Monday, Greller’s fairytale was embellished further as he played a nine-hole practice round with four-time major winner, Ernie Els – who he will also face off against at the U.S. Senior Open.
The veteran managed to score the round courtesy of Spieth who helped arrange the star-laden practice gig for Greller. Speaking after, Greller said: “That was amazing. Ernie could not have been cooler. Super talkative and great to be around.”
Greller hails from Newberg, 40 miles southwest of Portland, in Oregon. When he’s not defying the odds, he works as a medical device salesman for Microtransponder in his day-to-day job.
Greller made waves on the course at Furman University in South Carolina in his younger days, although he never made the team. He then tried his hand at beach volleyball, yet his passion for golf was bubbling under the surface and he kept playing.
For 20 years Greller has played USGA qualifiers but this is the first instance of him being successful. He detailed his history in the events.
“The (U.S.) Amateur, the (U.S.) Public Links, the Mid-Amateur, the Four-ball,” he said. “I was an alternate in all of them except for the U.S. Amateur,” he said.
Despite making this year’s competition, he candidly discussed how his life isn’t dictated by the sport. “I go out and practice in town,” he added.
“I get out for an hour or so in the evening, or play nine holes. I probably play less golf than anyone in the field [Qualifiers] are the only real time I play 18 holes. I play all the state level stuff, Publinks against all the college kids, all the state and USGA stuff. I usually play five or six tournaments a season.”
The U.S. Senior Open Championship gets underway on Thursday, June 26 with names such as Angel Cabrera and Retief Goosen also set to play. And when it came for Greller to open up on what he hopes to achieve at the championship? “I have no score expectations,” he humbly said.
Express Sport brings you the latest tennis news from the Paris Masters.
We’re reaching the business end of the Paris Masters, as eight players become four in the French capital. Jannik Sinner is the overwhelming favourite to lift the trophy after Carlos Alcaraz was dumped out by Cameron Norrie in the Spaniard’s opening match. Norrie was then beaten by Valentin Vacherot, whose amazing 10-match winning streak at Masters 1000 level came to an end when he lost to Felix Auger-Aliassime.
Canadian star Auger-Aliassime will face Alexander Bublik in the semis. Bublik defeated Alex de Minaur, who is among those to have already qualified for the year-end ATP Finals. Sinner is through to his first Paris Masters semi-final after beating Ben Shelton. He’ll face defending champion Alexander Zverev, who survived a tough match against Daniil Medvedev.
Novak Djokovic is not involved in the Paris Masters, having decided to skip the event for the second year in a row, but he has learned his fate in the draw of next week’s ATP 250 in Athens. And over in Riyadh, the WTA Finals are about to get underway.
Tennis star Taylor Townsend is proving once again that strength and beauty are not opposites — they’re a perfect match. In her latest series of photos, the American powerhouse effortlessly blends athletic grace with unapologetic confidence, reminding the world that true power shines brightest when it comes from within.
The photos, which quickly captured fans’ attention online, showcase Taylor in a radiant light — bold, self-assured, and glowing with the poise of a woman who knows exactly who she is. Whether dressed in sleek athletic wear or elegant casual fits, her energy commands attention — not just because of her style, but because of her authenticity and self-belief.
Townsend, who has long been admired for her resilience on and off the court, has redefined what it means to be an athlete in today’s world. As a professional tennis player, mother, and advocate for self-acceptance, she continues to inspire millions who see themselves reflected in her journey — a story of perseverance, pride, and power.
In a recent interview, Taylor reflected on her evolution, saying:
“Confidence doesn’t come from fitting in. It comes from standing tall in your truth — from knowing your worth even when others don’t see it yet.”
That message resonates deeply with fans, who flooded social media with words of admiration. One comment summed it up perfectly: “Taylor Townsend is what strength looks like — beautiful, real, and unstoppable.”
Her latest photos aren’t just a showcase of style — they’re a celebration of self-love and strength, a reminder that confidence is the most powerful accessory anyone can wear. 🌟
Taylor Townsend isn’t just winning matches — she’s winning hearts, redefining what greatness looks like, one stunning moment at a time. 💖🎾
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