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Spieth Channels His Inner Elvis - Weekly LITE
Jan 18, 2026 | Edition #158
👋 Hey Golf Fans,
Jordan Spieth continues to dominate the headlines. No, not for his health update like last time. The three-time major champ did something that would’ve made the King of Rock and Roll chuckle. All about that in today’s edition, along with a caddie confession, Callaway’s lawsuit, some fun facts, this week’s best shot, and more.
Let's dive in...
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WATCH: Jordan Spieth Channels Elvis Presley During $9.1M Event |
The three-time major champion did what only he could've done and caught everyone off guard. |
A quick look back on the most-read stories of the week:
Jordan Spieth is tied for 13th at the Sony Open before the final round begins. He also sounded positive about getting back to his rhythm. That makes us curious to know…
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📖 Legacy Tales
Elvis Presley once asked Gary Player for swing help. The Black Knight visited the set of Blue Hawaii in 1961, and the King of Rock and Roll chatted with him about golf. Player suggested he use his hips more. To which Presley replied, “You’re talking to the right man.”
At the Dubai Invitational, Rory McIlroy’s 116-yard approach shot on the 18th landed between two rocks on a sandy lie. The commentator was sure McIlroy would take a drop. But no, the Ulsterman went for it and nailed this magical recovery shot.
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