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September 22, 2021; Haven, Wisconsin, USA; Team USA players Jordan Spieth (left) and Justin Thomas (right) look on at the 18th green during a practice round for the 43rd Ryder Cup golf competition at Whistling Straits. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports/Reuters
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September 22, 2021; Haven, Wisconsin, USA; Team USA players Jordan Spieth (left) and Justin Thomas (right) look on at the 18th green during a practice round for the 43rd Ryder Cup golf competition at Whistling Straits. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports/Reuters
Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas have known each other since they were 14. Moreover, the bromance between the two is always evident during their interactions. The PGA Tour stars have both earned a place as two of the world’s greatest golfers, both succeeding in their own way. Talking about a competitive rivalry, the duo shares a few playful moments as well.
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In a recent Instagram post, Justin Thomas shared a throwback video featuring Jordan Spieth, who is at the receiving end of hilarious camera filters.
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Justin Thomas shares a throwback Jordan Spieth video
Thomas‘ random Instagram post came as a pleasant mid-week surprise for fans, who got to see Spieth work at a Titleist shoot while falling victim to ridiculous filters. “Don’t have anything to share BUTTTT I did find this video I had fun with of @jordanspieth during a @titleist shoot a few years back,” Thomas wrote, asking everyone watching to have a great Wednesday.
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The filters Thomas uses on Spieth range from cute ones with hearts to an animated cat wearing a taco dancing on screen. Some even changed the shape of Spieth’s face, while some changed his voice. Thomas himself is heard laughing as he records, thoroughly enjoying every filter added on Spieth.
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Golf – The 2020 Ryder Cup – Whistling Straits, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, U.S. – September 23, 2021 Team USA captain Steve Stricker announces Team USA’s Justin Thomas and Team USA’s Jordan Spieth as a pair during the opening ceremony REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
Thomas and Spieth’s rivalry and friendship blend together
Having known each other for decades, both golfers have a relationship where friendship and rivalry co-exist. They first faced each other during the Junior All-Star event at Walnut Creek Country Club’s Pecan Course in Texas. Spieth took a lead back then, winning by five. “I think we’ve kind of pushed each other at every level,” said Thomas, adding that they are always competing. “It’s just now we’re at the top level you can get.”
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While Spieth led the early years of their rivalry, Thomas seems to have taken a leap forward. Thomas has 14 PGA Tour wins, including his 2017 PGA Championship win. Spieth, on the other hand, has won 12 PGA Tour events, including three majors.
