53-year-old Phil Mickelson, has dedicated years of his life to the game of golf. While there have been times when the golfer has seen himself surrounded by controversies, there sure have been numerous wholesome moments that he has allowed the golf world to experience. One such moment has re-surfaced just as the 2023 Open Championship has begun.
This video involves the NBA superstar Stephen Curry alongside Mickelson. The Basketball icon is seen demonstrating his passion for golf by accepting a challenge from the golf legend in a dauntless manner. Perhaps, even the fans not quite fond of the golfer, would understand the light-heartedness of the video and find it a delight to watch.
The two-year-old trust test between Phil Mickelson and Steph Curry
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The throwback post by DrunkByTheTurn featuring Phil Mickelson and Steph Curry served as a reminder of their relationship dynamics. In the 2021 clip, the sports stars can be seen engaged in a friendly practice. It was Mickelson who had proposed the challenge of ‘trust’ to the two-time MVP winner.
In the video, the 2021 PGA Championship Winner has Curry standing in front of him. He can be seen hitting his famous flop shot over the NBA star’s head; executing it perfectly without causing any harm to Curry. Apart from Lefty’s exceptional skills, the re-emerged video also shows the immense trust Curry has in the abilities of the golf veteran. The proof of the same is displayed in the resolute expression sported by the NBA icon.
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Toward the end of the recording, the NBA star can be witnessed sporting a broad smile. Seconds after, both the sports legends hug each other with Curry patting Mickelson on the back as a sign of applause.
Despite the negative responses the golf star has received previously, this resurfaced video sure has reminded fans of his fun side. Hence, the viewers could not hold back but comment on the old clip.
Golf world left dumbstruck by the resurfaced video
Just as the video from 2021 made a return online, fans were quick to state their take on it. While most of them were flabbergasted by the trust and skills displayed, commenting, ” This is wild,” and “This is ridiculous“. Others took a jab at themselves, and wrote, “We’d have to have a couple of bourbons before we did that.”
Despite the negativity that has been surrounding Phil Mickelson after his move to LIV golf, fans under this post could not help but applaud his praise-worthy talent.
One follower replied, “I wouldve broke stephs shin bone 100%,” taking a dig at himself alongside commending the golfer. Another wrote, “Phil will always be a legend.. Saw him in Bermuda n Bay Hill…London.”
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Additionally, people seemed to also be amazed by the unflinching expression of the Basketball player. They commented, “Got guts,” and “Curry is just insane“. One of the fans humorously mentioned the tension the NBA star’s team might have felt watching the challenge.
Some followers mentioned the wholesome relationship that both the stars seemed to share, remarking, “Curry took the test, Phil administered it!!!” Another added a hilarious twist to the challenge, saying, “Biggest trust test would be if they switched places.”
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