Jordan Spieth has spent most of his career dealing with expectations few golfers ever face.
That pressure has pushed him to search for mental clarity as much as technical improvement.
The former world number one has now revealed that one of the most valuable lessons he has ever learned came from an unlikely place.
It was not from a coach or a fellow golfer, but from the television show Ted Lasso.
Jordan Spieth explains how Ted Lasso influenced his mindset
Spieth admitted that one idea from the show has stuck with him more than anything else.
“I don’t know if it’s something I’ve gotten, but something I’ve used that I picked up from the show Ted Lasso was to be a goldfish,” he said.
“I think it’s so important in our sport and really everything. As you set these new standards, and with the position I’m in, it’s just a really good thing to constantly think about.”
The concept is simple and effective. Goldfish are said to have 10-second memories, which means mistakes are forgotten almost instantly.
Spieth explained that this mentality is vital not just in golf, but in life more generally.
As standards rise and expectations grow, letting go of errors becomes even more important.
How Jordan Spieth’s 2026 season is shaping up
Spieth has already begun his 2026 campaign with a T24 finish at the Sony Open two weeks ago. It was a steady start rather than a headline-grabbing one.
His next outing will come at next week’s Phoenix Open, where attention and intensity are always high.
Strong performances early in the year could prove crucial for confidence and momentum.
Spieth currently sits 82nd in the Official World Golf Ranking. A significant rise up the standings will be a clear objective as he looks to re-establish himself among golf’s elite.
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