Phil Mickelson Joins LIV Golf Invitational Series: Six-Time Major Winner in Tournament in London
LIV Golf released the course list last week for its first event at Centurion Golf Club in London from June 9-11. Missing from this list are six names, as there are only 42 people. publicized for the 48-man, 12-team tournament. There’s been a lot of speculation surrounding the omission of half a dozen names, but with five names in reserve for the Asian Tour qualifying series, LIV Golf announced on Monday that Phil Mickelson will be the player to fill the spot. final mind. Follow Golf channel.
“I’m ready to get back into playing the game I love but after 32 years this new path is a fresh start, an exciting one for me at this stage of my career and obviously a transformation. , not only for myself but also ideal for the game and my colleagues,” Mickelson said in a statement.
“I’m excited to get started with LIV Golf and I appreciate everyone involved. I also intend to play the majors.”
Despite the delay, it was always believed that Mickelson’s name would be on the roster, as he was the main player leading the rival tournament’s efforts alongside LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman. The 51-year-old has fallen out of public attention since his controversial comments about the Saudi regime emerged in late February.
“Phil Mickelson is clearly one of the greatest golfers of this generation,” Norman said. “His contributions to the sport and connection with fans across the globe cannot be overstated. He strengthens an exciting playing field for London, where we are proud to launch a new era for the sport. golf.”
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Mickelson’s last appearance on the PGA Tour was at the Farmer’s Open in January before competing in the Saudi Arabia international. Mickelson didn’t make it to either of the first two major championships of the year – masters and the PGA Championship – despite being eligible to play in both. The absence of the six-time major champion at the PGA Championship was a bit of a surprise, as he was brought on only to return a week before defending his title.
