American player after Tiger Woods, who is famous for golf, it would have to be the charming Phil Mickelson. Having won four major championships and 38 events on the PGA Tour, he has worked his way up to the world number 2 ranking.
This is what Mickelson or more commonly known as “lefty” is all about. Phil was born in San Diego, California and he grew up there and in Arizona. Even though the player is right –handed, he uses his left hand for the golf swings.
Mickelson achieved three NCAA individual championships and three Haskins Awards as the outstanding collegiate golfer.
This is what Mickelson or more commonly known as “lefty” is all about. Phil was born in San Diego, California and he grew up there and in Arizona. Even though the player is right –handed, he uses his left hand for the golf swings.
Mickelson achieved three NCAA individual championships and three Haskins Awards as the outstanding collegiate golfer.
Phil was the second college student who, earned first team All-American honours for four years straight. Phil Mickelson became a professional golfer in 1992 right after his graduation. Since he won in Tucson in 1991, he was able to avoid the qualifying process.After turning pro, Mickelson won more and more tournaments.
The Greater Hartford Open in 2001 and 2002 are also included in his achievements. Mickelson beat Tiger Woods at the Buick Invitational in 2000 and ending his back to back tournament winning streak.Phil was finally triumphant in a major championship in 2004 when he won at the Masters.
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