Superstitions of famous golfers

Verónica Guerra de Alberti

Rituals, Lucky Colors and Numbers

In the exclusive world of golf, where every millimeter and every second matter, it’s not just technique that plays a role on the course. Many of the world’s most renowned golfers confess to having rituals and superstitions that follow them from tournament to tournament. From the right-colored shirt to emotional good luck charms, golf is also played with heart… and a touch of magic.

Tiger Woods – The Power of Red

We all know it: if it’s Sunday, Tiger wears red. This ritual was instilled by his mother, who believed that red would bring him strength and good fortune. Today, it’s an iconic image in the sport.

Jack Nicklaus – Pocket Protocol

The legendary Jack Nicklaus had a precise order for what went into each pocket: tees in the right, coins in the left. He never changed it, claiming that this routine gave him mental clarity.

Sergio García – A Number from the Heart

The Spanish champion always plays with balls marked with the number 15, a tribute to his mother’s birthday. He says it’s a way to carry her with him on every shot.

Jordan Spieth – The Thinking Coin

Every time he marks his ball on the green, he uses a coin with the head facing the direction he hopes the putt will roll. A superstition that blends mindset with precision.

Phil Mickelson – Family Talismans

Phil often carries handwritten notes from his children, small drawings, or keepsakes that serve as emotional talismans. His family bond translates into strength on the course.

Female Spotlight: Paula Creamer – Empowered by Pink

American golfer Paula Creamer, nicknamed The Pink Panther, is known not only for her impeccable style but also for her superstition with the color pink. From her outfit to her club grips and even her ball marker, everything often comes in shades of pink.

Why?

For Paula, pink represents confidence, strength, and femininity. Playing in pink doesn’t just make her stand out—it empowers her. What do you think about the superstitions of these golf legends—coincidence, or an invisible power at play?