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June 20, 2026
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Young PGA fan freaks out when he gets to touch Jordan Spieth

The most excited person on the grounds at Whistling Straits may not be Jason Day, but this kid who was blessed enough to come in contact with Jordan Spieth.

by Brendan Porath
Thomas J. Russo-USA TODAY Sports

It has become a running joke to call Jordan Spieth the Golden Child. Everyone hails and adores his every move. The fans love him. The media loves him. And the kids lose their minds when they’re able to come into the slightest contact with him.

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