Spieth’s U.S. Open: Caddie Greller Revisits 2015 Run
Michael Greller, Jordan Spieth’s caddie, takes us back to the 2015 U.S. Open, vividly recalling their dramatic victory at chambers Bay.He details key moments, including Spieth’s crucial birdie on the 16th hole, and the pressure-packed finish. Greller shares the deep personal meaning of this win, intertwined with his own life, from his wedding at the course to his early caddying days. This U.S. Open was a career-defining moment. News Directory 3 brings you this exclusive look back. What emotional rollercoaster awaits in their future?
Greller reminisces About Spieth’s 2015 U.S. Open victory
Updated June 10, 2025
Michael Greller, caddie for Jordan Spieth, recently revisited Chambers Bay, reflecting on their memorable 2015 U.S. Open victory. greller, who says he has never rewatched the final round, still vividly recalls key moments from that historic day.
The 2015 U.S. Open marked several firsts: the inaugural Fox broadcast, the first major at Chambers Bay, and the first U.S. Open held in the Pacific Northwest. For Greller, it was also a career-defining moment, forever linking his personal and professional life to the challenging links course.
Greller shared memories of his wedding at Chambers Bay,noting that spieth and his wife attended,skipping a tournament to be there. He also recounted his early caddying days at the course, including looping for Justin Thomas at the U.S. Am,which led to his introduction to Spieth.
Walking the course, Greller pinpointed the exact location of Spieth’s approach shot on the 16th hole, recalling the pivotal birdie putt that propelled them toward victory. He remembers Spieth turning to look out at the Puget Sound after sinking the putt.
Reflecting on the 17th hole, Greller recalled Spieth’s errant tee shot and the ensuing double bogey. He emphasized the importance of providing the right encouragement to Spieth during moments of adversity. Greller said he doesn’t like to talk about his story as he feels fortunate to be riding along with Jordan.
greller also recounted the tension-filled walk up the 18th fairway, remembering the iconic stone structures that framed the hole, where he also took wedding photos. He recalled the emotional rollercoaster as Dustin Johnson faced a crucial putt to tie.
Greller remembers that after Johnson missed his putt,he and Spieth sat in stunned silence before realizing they had won the U.S. Open. The victory, he said, didn’t fully sink in until hours later, when he and