Jordan Spieth is a "Golden Child." Just don't say that to his face. The 21-year-old picked up his nickname late last year from a few PGA Tour players; however, though complementary in nature, it's not a nickname Spieth readily embraces.
''It was either Colt Knost or Robert Garrigus [who gave it to me]," Spieth said Tuesday during his New York media tour (via the Associated Press). "I'm not sure who started with the nickname, but it's not nice what I say to them when they say it to me. I've been working on trying to keep it quiet and this week isn't going to help.''
No, winning the 2015 Masters and tying Tiger Woods' 1997 record of 18-under part isn't going to help, but Spieth has joined some iconic company.
Below are five of the greatest nicknames in golf history.
Kevin Stadler "Smallrus"
Craig Stadler was affectionately known as "Walrus." His son, the exact opposite of small—weighing in at 250 pounds—sarcastically acquired the moniker "Smallrus" because of it.
Ernie Els "Big Easy"
As cool as the other side of the pillow, Ernie Els' tall stature (6'3"), easy-going nature and fluid swing allowed him to be appropriately named the "Big Easy."
Jason Dufner "Duf Daddy"
Much like hip-hop mogul Sean Combs, Jason Dufner was all about the benjamins following his PGA Championship win in 2013. On the golf course, however, it's "Duf Daddy" who reigns supreme.
Phil Mickelson "Lefty"
In boxing, they're known as "southpaws." But in golf, or specifically in Phil Mickelson's case, you're simply known as "Lefty."
Jack Nicklaus "Golden Bear"
Aggressive. The greatest of all time. Jack Nicklaus' enviable hair and sizable frame allowed him to don the most inspirational nickname in golf, "Golden Bear."
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