Okay, let’s talk about that wild ride with Phil Mickelson at the Masters. Man, that guy’s been around forever, and he’s had some serious ups and downs at Augusta.
First off, I started digging into this whole thing because I was curious about how many times he’s actually won the darn thing. Turns out, he’s grabbed that green jacket three times – 2004, 2006, and 2010. Not too shabby, right? Only eight guys have ever done that.
- 2004: This was a big one. It was his first major win. He was known as the best player not to win a major, and he was on his 47th start. Finally broke through at the Masters!
- 2006: Another win, adding to his legacy.
- 2010: He clinched his third Masters title. I remember watching this one, and it was awesome.
So, I’m watching some old highlights, and I’m reminded of this insane shot he made in 2010. It was during the final round, and he’s on the 13th hole. He’s got this crazy lie, tucked behind some trees. Most guys would just punch out, play it safe. Not Phil. He pulled out a 6-iron and threaded the needle, landing it right on the green. It’s seriously one of the most amazing shots I’ve ever seen.
Then I got to thinking about last year, 2023. He was, like 52 years old or something, and he goes out there and finishes tied for second! Seriously, tied for second! He shot rounds of 70, 68, 67, and 69. That’s just nuts at his age. It was like watching a guy turn back the clock. Jon Rahm ended up winning, but Phil gave him a run for his money.
This whole journey started with a simple question, and I ended up spending hours watching old videos and reading articles. It’s crazy how much history one player can have at a single tournament. Phil’s a legend, no doubt about it.
It is worth mentioning that, Gary Player, who was the champion in 1961, had an interesting story. In 1962, when he came back from his home in South Africa, he forgot to bring his jacket to the club. I bet Phil never made that mistake.
To sum up, Phil Mickelson has won three Masters, and his scores have always been impressive. Even last year, he managed to secure a T-2. He is truly a golf legend.
