Watch: Jordan Spieth hit into a drain and then a gutter on the clubhouse roof at the Valero Texas Open

Jordan Spieth, renowned for his nervy demeanor, exudes a peculiar serenity as he navigates the TPC San Antonio Oaks Course, carrying a history of triumphs at the Valero Texas Open close to his vest.

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Jordan Spieth hits it onto the ROOF of the clubhouse @ValeroTXOpen. https://t.co/5S5ROxqmmG pic.twitter.com/H0obEXNOju

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Having clinched victory here in 2021, marking one of his most recent triumphs, Spieth boasts an impressive track record with three top-10 finishes in the event.

However, during the final moments of Spieth’s third round on Saturday, the Texan maestro not only showcased his customary jitters but also embarked on an uncharted journey across the course.

With his drive veering left through the fairway on the formidable 618-yard par 5, Spieth’s second shot found itself perilously close to a drainage ditch, an uncharted territory for many.

Yet, rather than opting for the conventional path back to the fairway, the former University of Texas standout exhibited the ingenuity synonymous with his name, taking an audacious swing in the opposite direction. The result? The ball found itself perched atop the TPC San Antonio clubhouse, granting Spieth a fortuitous drop and a glimmer of hope to salvage par.

Regrettably, despite deftly maneuvering the ball onto the front of the green, Spieth’s hopes were dashed as he succumbed to a rare three-putt, resulting in the day’s solitary double-bogey on the 18th hole.

Closing the day with a commendable even-par 72, Spieth now sets his sights on the final round, standing at 3 under par, poised for a thrilling conclusion to his Valero Texas Open campaign.