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Jordan Spieth’s Exemption Into Genesis Invitational Sparks Meritocracy Debate

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Jordan Spieth has received a sponsor exemption into next week's Genesis Invitational. | Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

On Monday, the Genesis Invitational announced a handful of sponsor exemptions for next week's signature event at Torrey Pines's South Course. The event was moved to San Diego due to the devastating wildfires around Los Angeles.

Jordan Spieth, who finished 80th on the 2024 FedEx Cup points list, was among those who have received a sponsor exemption.

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