Mickelson hit a strong 364-yard drive into the fairway at the par-4 13th, and had 77 yards delegated the hole, per shot tracker. Rather of attempting and grabbing a wedge to spin an approach shot within a few feet, Mickelson got his putter and tried a wild 231-foot putt.
Phil being Phil, he had the ability to manage a dazzling flop shot with his third and got up and down to conserve par.
Mickelson didnt strike his ball hard enough, sadly, and his putt diverted to the left and came to rest 11 yards brief in the fairway. His response was traditional.
Phil Mickelson has long been among the most thrilling players to view on the PGA Tour, as the 50-year-old is a genius around the greens, and is normally going to try shots other pros would not imagine. On Sunday at the Memorial, that famous Mickelson creativity got him into a little trouble.
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