Jordan Spieth’s Mischievous Prank: A Tale of Caddie Hitchhiking

Jordan Spieth and his caddie, Michael Greller, recently shared a captivating tale on the No Laying Up podcast, shedding light on a prank gone awry during the 2017 Pebble Beach event. Currently competing at T39 with a third-round score of 69, Spieth’s performance amidst the challenging weather conditions has sparked curiosity about the tournament’s continuation over 54 holes. However, the focus shifted momentarily as Greller recounted an incident from their past Pebble Beach experience.

The anecdote revolves around Spieth’s mischievous prank on Greller during their visit to the same course in 2017. Following Spieth’s impressive second round at Spyglass Hill, the duo embarked on a journey to Pebble Beach, accompanied by Spieth’s wife, Ellie. Little did Greller know that a harmless request from Spieth would soon lead to an unexpected hitchhiking adventure.

As Spieth and Ellie occupied the front seats of the minivan, Greller settled in the back, unaware of the impending prank. Spieth, seizing the opportunity to tease his caddie, instructed Greller to exit the van and close the door, only to accelerate away, leaving Greller stranded momentarily. The situation escalated as Spieth repeated the stunt, leaving Greller bewildered and without means of communication.

With no phone to call for assistance, Greller found himself resorting to hitchhiking back to Pebble Beach, reflecting on the unexpected turn of events. Despite the temporary frustration, Greller’s resolve and resourcefulness saw him safely reunited with Ellie, albeit with a humorous reprimand for her unwitting involvement in Spieth’s antics.

While the prank may have momentarily tested their camaraderie, Greller’s recounting of the incident reflects a mutual understanding and acceptance of the playful dynamics between Spieth and himself, ultimately strengthening their bond on and off the course.