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# Phil Mickelson

This week
17th September 2023 - 23rd September 2023
Gambling
'It’s like a hurricane' – Phil Mickelson opens up on gambling addiction
The six-time major winner ‘crossed the line of moderation and into addiction’.
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'It’s like a hurricane' – Phil Mickelson opens up on gambling addiction
The six-time major winner ‘crossed the line of moderation and into addiction’.
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Last month
August 2023
Feud
McIlroy on Mickelson: 'At least he can bet on the Ryder Cup this year because he won't be part of it'
A new book claims Mickelson tried to place a $400,000 bet on the USA to win the 2012 Ryder Cup, of which he was a part.
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Aug 11th 2023, 9:44 AM
Wagers
Mickelson bets topped $1 billion, says former gambling associate
The American last year acknowledged he had struggled in the past, describing his betting as “reckless and embarrassing.”
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Aug 10th 2023, 10:28 PM
This year
2023
not backing down
Couples happy to face 'nutbag' Mickelson and 'clown' Garcia after recent insults
Couples made the comments about the LIV Golf players last month.
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Apr 3rd 2023, 9:22 PM
Last year
2022
Anecdotes
'So, what’s your best Phil Mickelson story?'
Read an extract from ‘Phil: The Rip-Roaring (and Unauthorized!) Biography of Golf’s Most Colorful Superstar.’
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Dec 24th 2022, 5:00 PM
Tension
Mickelson says LIV 'not going away' as McIlroy fears 'irreparable' split
The conflict has gone beyond statements from players and is now in the legal sphere.
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Oct 26th 2022, 6:02 PM
LIV Forever
Mickelson: 'I firmly believe that I'm on the winning side of how things are going to evolve'
The American was speaking ahead of LIV’s first event in Saudi Arabia.
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Oct 13th 2022, 6:25 PM
action
Mickelson and Poulter among 11 LIV players to file antitrust lawsuit against PGA
Bryson DeChambeau, Abraham Ancer, Carlos Ortiz, Pat Perez, Jason Kokrak and Peter Uihlein are also involved in the group.
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Aug 3rd 2022, 7:46 PM
scrutiny
'I'll go to my grave knowing that Phil never asked me to go off the record'
Alan Shipnuck on his new unauthorised biography of the golf star and the fallout stemming from a now-infamous interview.
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Jul 10th 2022, 8:00 PM
PGA Tour
Rory McIlroy: PGA players joining LIV ‘fracturing game more than it already is’
The Northern Irishman and Justin Thomas have emerged as the staunchest advocates of the PGA Tour.
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Jun 14th 2022, 4:30 PM
Sorry
Mickelson expresses sympathy to families of 9/11 victims after LIV criticism, as US Open looms
Meanwhile, the pairings for the tournament have been announced with Mickelson in a group alongside Shane Lowry.
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Jun 13th 2022, 9:17 PM
saudi-backed
Mickelson: I don’t condone human rights violations but LIV Golf is good for game
The American has signed up for the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series.
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Jun 8th 2022, 12:27 PM
Golf
Phil Mickelson insists ‘reckless’ gambling not behind decision to join LIV Golf
Meanwhile, it’s being reported that Tiger Woods turned down a ‘mind-blowingly enormous’ offer to join.
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Jun 7th 2022, 11:16 AM
centurion club
Phil Mickelson to play in first Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series event
The former world number one has been confirmed in the field for the new tour’s inaugural event in London this week.
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Jun 6th 2022, 8:49 PM
alternate view
‘He has his opinion, I have mine’ – Tiger Woods on Phil Mickelson controversy
‘It’s always disappointing when the defending champion is not here,’ he added.
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May 17th 2022, 8:41 PM
Opting out
Reigning champion Phil Mickelson withdraws from PGA Championship
The 51-year-old American left-hander became the oldest major winner in golf history last year.
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May 13th 2022, 11:31 PM
In The Mix
Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson named among field for PGA Championship
Woods has not played since his final round at Augusta.
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May 9th 2022, 8:51 PM
lefty loosey
Biographer says Mickelson had $40mn in gambling losses in four years
Mickelson has not played since an uproar in February followed Alan Shipnuck’s publication of the player’s explosive remarks concerning the Saudi-backed LIV golf tour.
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May 6th 2022, 8:36 AM
Phil Mickelson requests release from PGA Tour to play in first Saudi-backed event
Mickelson is also registered for the US PGA Championship.
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Apr 26th 2022, 8:53 AM
Opting out
Phil Mickelson removed from list of competitors for next month’s Masters
The three-time winner has been listed as a ‘past champion not playing’ on the tournament website.
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Mar 21st 2022, 11:23 PM
statement
Phil Mickelson regrets ‘reckless’ Saudi comments and hints at break from golf
Mickelson had said he was prepared to overlook Saudi Arabia’s human rights record to put pressure on the PGA Tour.
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Feb 23rd 2022, 8:42 AM
Explanation
'Why would I even consider it? Because this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' - Mickelson
The US star says he’s willing to get involved with the Saudi-backed golf Super League.
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Feb 18th 2022, 8:50 AM
All time
Size Matters
Mickelson takes aim at 'stupid' directive to curb driving distances
Top-level tournaments will now be given the option of imposing a 46-inch limit on club length.
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Oct 13th 2021, 7:29 PM
Major Battle
Mickelson turns 51 with Slam quest in focus at US Open
Mickelson became the oldest major champion last month with a shock victory at the PGA Championship.
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Jun 17th 2021, 6:00 AM
Double act
Mickelson and Brady team up for charity golf match
The pair will face off against Bryson DeChambeau and Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in July.
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May 26th 2021, 8:40 PM
Sorry
PGA chief apologises over crowd scenes that made players 'feel vulnerable'
Seth Waugh made the apology to Phil Mickelson and Brooks Koepka following the conclusion of the PGA Championship.
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May 25th 2021, 8:19 AM
Early Scores
Harrington and Lowry post early clubhouse target at PGA Championship
Phil Mickelson holds a two-shot advantage as the leaders make the turn at Kiawah Island.
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May 23rd 2021, 9:52 PM
anomaly
Phil Mickelson receives special exemption into US Open
The 50-year-old American left-hander has never won the event.
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May 14th 2021, 6:39 PM
Lefty
McIlroy struggles at Wells Fargo as focused Mickelson leads by two
Shane Lowry and Seamus Power, meanwhile, are both on level par.
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May 7th 2021, 8:27 AM
Bad Idea
Rory McIlroy ‘very much against’ breakaway golf circuit
Meanwhile, the European Tour told the PA news agency it opposed the plans ‘in the strongest possible terms’.
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May 5th 2021, 6:06 PM
PREDICTION
'He’ll win and complete the grand slam. He’s too great not to' - Mickelson on McIlroy
The 50-year-old is certain that the Northern Irishman will triumph at the Masters.
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Nov 10th 2020, 11:03 PM
Lefty
Magnificent Mickelson surges into lead at Travelers Championship
World number one Rory McIlroy is four shots off the top at the halfway stage.
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Jun 26th 2020, 11:20 PM
complex
'Some people ask: "Is Tiger a nice guy?" It’s not even a relevant question'
Michael Bambeger chats to The42 about his new book on the US golf star.
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Jun 14th 2020, 7:00 AM
the match
Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning win charity golf match for Covid-19 relief
The exhibition match, against Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady, raised $20million.
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May 25th 2020, 7:58 AM
Charity Match
Tiger-Phil TV golf battle with NFL stars to bring in $10 million for coronavirus relief efforts
“The Match: Champions for Charity” will be played at Medalist Golf Club in Hobe Sound, Florida,
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May 7th 2020, 9:39 PM
fundraiser
Woods/Manning vs Mickelson/Brady? Athletes in talks over TV golf showdown next month
Two-v-two match would raise funds for coronavirus relief efforts.
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Apr 2nd 2020, 9:42 AM
day 1
Two eagles puts McIlroy in contention while Woods slips after bright start
American golfer Matt Kuchar is currently in the lead at the Genesis Invitational.
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Feb 14th 2020, 9:24 AM
Lefty
Mickelson rules out the possibility of a 'sympathy spot' at the US Open
The 49-year-old wants to earn his place at the June tournament instead of accepting a special exemption.
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Feb 6th 2020, 3:29 PM
rain check
'There's a morality to it' - Rory McIlroy turns down multi-million-dollar Saudi tournament
The Holywood native says he has no interest in playing there next month.
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Dec 10th 2019, 3:00 PM
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