Jordan Spieth almost ran into Lake Michigan playing shot from side of a bank

Jordan Spieth produced some magic at the Ryder Cup – and almost got wet for his trouble (Ashley Landis/AP/Press Association Images)

Jordan Spieth almost ran into Lake Michigan after producing a remarkable escape from the side of a bank in the opening session of the Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits on Friday.

Playing in the first foursomes match, Spieth was left with a tough approach from a steep slope after playing partner Justin Thomas missed the 17th green in the American pair’s match against Europe’s Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia.