# Ron Green Jr. & Sean Zak | Aaron Rai’s PGA Breakthrough & Jordan Spieth’s Next Step | 5 Clubs

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Published: 2026-05-19T18:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Gary Williams opens this episode of 5 Clubs by breaking down the value and intrigue surrounding Jordan Spieth as he continues searching for a return to contention on the PGA TOUR. Gary reflects on Spieth’s evolution from major champion to one of golf’s most compelling week-to-week storylines, while also examining the significance of Aaron Rai winning the PGA Championship and what it says about depth across professional golf. Gary also previews the new “Ask Rory” GolfPass series featuring back-to-back Masters champion Rory McIlroy and shares behind-the-scenes insight into Rory’s unforgettable shot on the 15th hole at Augusta National. Ron Green Jr., senior writer for Global Golf Post, joins Gary in studio to discuss the overall success of the PGA Championship, the setup at Aronimink, and why the golf course itself became one of the stars of the week. Ron explains why Aaron Rai’s closing stretch was one of the best major championship finishes in recent memory, evaluates the PGA of America’s direction under new leadership, and shares his thoughts on the current state of LIV Golf, Jon Rahm, Scottie Scheffler, and Jordan Spieth heading into the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. Sean Zak, senior writer for Golf Magazine, gives his perspective on Aaron Rai’s breakthrough major victory and why it could impact future PGA TOUR field-size discussions. Sean also explains why he believes Xander Schauffele is built perfectly for U.S. Open conditions at Shinnecock Hills and weighs in on Jordan Spieth’s current form and the challenge of putting together a complete week against today’s elite competition. 5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92). 0:00 Jordan Spieth's value in Golf 10:49 Ron Green Jr. 37:25 Sean Zak FOLLOW 5 Clubs: Instagram: https://www.instagr…

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