Amid Hyflyer’s ‘Drop Zone’ Crisis at LIV Golf Jeddah, Captain Phil Mickelson Puts an End to Gambling of Golf Shots Through a Golden Rule

Phil Mickelson has been occupying a special place in the spotlight for a long time in the golf world. From his defection to the Saudi-backed league to his gambling allegations and habits, the golfer has been subjected to a lot of criticism on and off the course.

But even so, the professional has managed to push through the rough past to showcase his gameplay on the greens. And he has done the same once again, as the LIV golfer was seen giving tips on the sport ahead of the much-important event in Jeddah in a bid to help his fans stop ‘gambling‘ on shots. Curious much?

Phil Mickelson offers advice to fan

The HyFlyers GC skipper has truly had a bumpy year of sorts with just four top-20 finishes, including a second place at the 2023 Masters Tournament with a 280 (-8). Moreover, he was dragged into the limelight as a result of his gambling habits, which caused a dent in the professional’s image. But even so, he has not shied away from the game, as the golfer’s update on social media took his fans by surprise.

A video was shared by the official Instagram handles of LIV Golf and HyFlyers GC, which showcases the 53-year-old giving driving tips to one of his fans. Advising the enthusiast on the same, Mickelson disclosed how he tends to focus on the “front-leg push” when hitting the ball off the tee.

The 45X PGA Tour champ demonstrated how much of a difference it makes when the toes give way a little bit during swinging. He drove the ball two times; the first was teed off using a regular swing, reaching 164 mph, while the second was hit with the toes, making way for a push on the front leg. The small motion made all the difference, as the ball was much faster on the second try.

The 6X major winner would be looking to apply the same to the course during the event in Jeddah. Moreover, he may even dish out the same advice to his teammate James Piot, who is currently in 47th place in the season standings and at risk of losing his LIV Golf status for 2024 as he battles relegation in the ‘Drop Zone’.

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Well, one can’t help but respect the golfer for taking extreme precautions and techniques in his gameplay in order to excel in the game. However, it can’t be denied that his habits off the course were not so careful in design. Yes, it was a reference to his gambling.

Mickelson and his addiction to wagering

The LIV professional had a long history of gambling. Besides, he was also well known for wagering on a lot of stuff, including sports. ‘Lefty’ had once made news when a report revealed how he had bet more than $1 billion on different kinds of sports. This included a wager on the 2012 Ryder Cup, which saw Europe win 14.5 to 13.5, where he bet $400,000.

Moreover, the golfer was alleged to have suffered massive losses in the past decade or so. Although the bets are just chump change as opposed to the money he makes every year, it has nevertheless tainted the legacy of one of the best golfers of the era.

What did you think of the video of Phil Mickelson? And do you think he will fare better in Jeddah? Share your thoughts below.

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