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Jordan Spieth walks off the chipping green at the Zurich Classic. Players seemed to enjoy this new style of play and were much more interactive with each other and the other players in their group. There was some sort of camaraderie between the players in the groups that sparked the crowd to a new level. The team aspect forced the crowd to root for players who are not traditionally watched closely. Ryan Palmer played and thrived in an environment he normally is not accustomed to because of his playing partner, Jordan Spieth and the crowd that he brings to the game. Many players would not be able to handle that pressure from the new aspect of team play, but he was able to contain his nerves and produce good results. Bubba Watson and J.B. Holmes talks strategy at the 9th hole Charlie Hoffman strolls to a wayward tee shot. 21