What It Is
Jordan Spieth’s incredible 2015 season where he won the Masters and U.S. Open back-to-back and nearly captured the Grand Slam at age 21-22. He finished one shot behind at the Open Championship and tied for 2nd at the PGA Championship.
Why It Matters
Spieth’s dominant start to 2015 evoked comparisons to Tiger Woods’ prime. He tied Tiger’s 72-hole Masters record (270), then won the U.S. Open at Chambers Bay with a birdie on 18. His pursuit of the Grand Slam captivated golf fans worldwide.
Impact
Spieth became the youngest player since 1934 to win the Masters and the first to win the first two majors since 1971. His near-miss at the Grand Slam generated massive media attention. Though he struggled in subsequent years, he won the 2017 Open Championship and returned to form in 2021.
Source: https://www.pgatour.com/article/2015/06/21/jordan-spieth-2015-season-review