In a touching and timely revelation just days before the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush, Jordan Spieth has announced that he will be stepping away from competitive golf for a brief period — following the birth of his second child with wife Annie.
The 31-year-old major champion shared the news during a pre-tournament press conference, smiling as he confirmed that Annie had recently given birth and that both mom and baby are healthy.
“It’s been an amazing few days for our family,” Spieth said. “Annie and I welcomed a beautiful baby, and it’s honestly been the best kind of chaos. Right now, golf is important, but nothing compares to moments like this.”
Spieth’s decision to temporarily step back from the PGA Tour to focus on his growing family was met with admiration from both fellow players and fans. The former World No. 1 said that The Open would be his final event for a while as he settles into life as a father of two.
“I’m still here to compete this week — I love The Open, and I always will,” Spieth added. “But once this tournament wraps up, I’ll be heading home to be with my family and take it all in. This chapter of life is something I don’t want to miss.”
Spieth and Annie, who have been together since high school and married in 2018, welcomed their first child, a son, in 2021. The couple has remained relatively private about their personal life, making this announcement feel especially meaningful.
Fans flooded social media with congratulations and support, while fellow players like Justin Thomas and Rickie Fowler praised Spieth’s priorities. “He’s one of the best guys out here, and seeing him become a dad again — that’s just awesome,” Fowler said.
While it’s unclear exactly how long Spieth will be away from the game, he assured fans that this is a “short break” and that he’ll return with a refreshed mind and heart.
“I’ve got plenty of golf left in me,” Spieth said with a grin. “But right now, I just want to be present — not just on the course, but at home.”
As Spieth tees off this week at Royal Portrush, he’ll be playing not just for a major title — but with a new sense of purpose, shaped by the joy of fatherhood.
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