Rory McIlroy recently shared insight into the immense pressure Jordan Spieth faces as he attempts to complete the career Grand Slam at the PGA Championship. Only five golfers have ever achieved this historic milestone in nearly a century.
McIlroy, who secured his own Grand Slam with a triumphant win at Augusta, emphasized the emotional weight of chasing history. He described the psychological toll of trying to win the final missing Major, calling it “a certain weight.”
Unlike McIlroy, who battled Augusta’s ghosts annually, Spieth must tackle a different course each year at the PGA Championship. This variation, McIlroy noted, adds a unique challenge to Spieth’s Grand Slam pursuit.
Spieth’s recent strong showing at the Byron Nelson offers hope, but McIlroy cautioned that the pressure never truly fades. As Spieth prepares for another shot at history, all eyes will be on his composure and performance.
