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Philip Alfred Mickelson is an American professional golfer who has won six major championships over his career. His major victories include three Masters Tournaments, two PGA Championships, and one Open Championship. He is noted for his left-handed swing despite being naturally right-handed. Mickelson won the 2021 PGA Championship at the age of 50, making him the oldest major championship winner in the history of the sport.
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Phil Mickelson ranks #11 of 299 in the Golfer ranking, behind Byron Nelson, ahead of Seve Ballesteros.
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How many major championships has Phil Mickelson won?
Phil Mickelson has won six major championships over his career, including three Masters Tournaments, two PGA Championships, and one Open Championship. His 2021 PGA Championship victory made him the oldest major winner in history at age 50.
Why is Phil Mickelson nicknamed "Lefty"?
He is nicknamed "Lefty" because he swings a golf club left-handed, even though he is naturally right-handed. This unique trait was developed by mirroring his father's right-handed swing when he was a child.
Did Phil Mickelson win the U.S. Open?
Despite finishing as the runner-up a record six times, Phil Mickelson has never won the U.S. Open. This missing major trophy prevents him from completing a career Grand Slam.
What golf league did Phil Mickelson join in 2022?
In 2022, Phil Mickelson left the PGA Tour to join the Saudi-backed LIV Golf League. His controversial defection to the Greg Norman-led series ended his lifetime membership on the PGA Tour.
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