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Gary Player says Jordan Spieth ‘can’t hit.’ And he gives 1 reason why
Jordan Spieth is the best player in the world, Gary Player says.
But he was less glowing about his coaching.
“He was taught the wrong thing,” the nine-time major winner said.
“And he just went downhill.”
Appearing on a video released this week on The Golf Supply YouTube channel — which you can watch in full here — Player had been talking about players bowing their wrists in the backswing, which troubled him. Once used, he said, “you’re gone.”
Coaching, he said, is the problem.
“You know, there’s a tremendous lack of knowledge with golf,” Player said in the video. “I would say in America today, the golf pros that are teaching know less about golf. They’re way less — and they got all the equipment, the technology.
“But I see them teaching golfers — they’re teaching golfers to do this [bowed wrist] at the top.”
Player named other golfers — “When’s the last you’ve heard of Dustin Johnson?” — but he focused on Spieth in the video. He said he was a competitor. He said he was “such a wonderful man.” He complimented his short game and course management.
He also wondered where Spieth would be if Ben Hogan would have been his coach.
“But man, he just can’t hit the ball,” Player said in the video. “You know, that’s a tragedy.”
In looking at results, Spieth won 11 times on the PGA Tour from the 2013 John Deere Classic through the 2017 Open Championship, then not again until the 2021 Valero Texas Open. This season, after undergoing surgery on his left wrist a year ago, Spieth posted eight top 25s in 19 starts.
In the video, Player also named the player who he believed knew the least about the golf swing.
Seve Ballesteros, a five-time major winner.
“I played with him at Troon as a young man,” Player said in the video. “He wasn’t even a 10 handicap. Wasn’t a 10 handicap. He had no idea what he was doing. No idea. But he had the greatest feel of any man that ever lived. He was so good from 50 yards in; he was as good as anybody that ever lived. I don’t know who the best is, but he was as good as anybody. But hitting fairways, all over the place.
“If you don’t have the knowledge, you’re limited. You’re very limited.”
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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