Is Phil Mickelson Playing the 2022 Masters?

For the past 28 years, Phil Mickelson has been a constant presence at the Masters. The 51-year-old has been a target of criticism and controversy since his comments about the Saudi-backed Golf League, which has affected other aspects of his career too. Mickelson himself announced a short break from golf, which was probably long overdue for the PGA Tour veteran.

However, that probably did not extend to The Masters this year.

Naturally, owing to all the controversies, Mickelson’s participation at the event was under the radar. After all, Mickelson’s participation at The Masters has never been in question over an issue before.

Will Phil Mickelson play at Augusta National?

According to recent reports, Phil Mickelson will not be playing the Masters this year. Since 1994, this will be the first time he missed the famed major at the Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia. The news was confirmed when Mickelson’s name was under ‘past champions not playing’ on The Masters website.

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Mickelson’s comments about Saudi and the gold league created quite the buzz in the golf world. Brands cut ties with Mickelson, who has been absent since his apology. The 2021 PGA Championship winner wrote that he made reckless comments and wanted to take a break from golf now.

His focus was on the man he wants to become, and his loved ones. Since then, Mickelson has not played any event. He even missed the Players Championship earlier this year.

Unfortunately, many were not happy with his apology, either.

Is Mickelson missing the event by choice?

Author Alan Shipnuck revealed Mickelson’s 2021 quotes, which even spoke about the PGA Tour. By the time Mickelson came forth with his apology, the damage was already done. Many even believe that this has done irrevocable damage to Mickelson’s career.

Furthermore, there are reports about Mickelson not missing the Masters by his own choice. Constant rumors about Mickelson being suspended are being discussed, though there is no confirmation about the same. The suspension is apparently caused by his ‘obnoxious greed’ comments, which are also related to him promoting another league.

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After all, the Masters is a major, and offers the highest paycheck on Tour.

That being said, it will be odd at Augusta National without Phil Mickelson teeing off. Winning his first major in 2004 at the Masters, Mickelson went on to win two more in 2006 and 2010, respectively. Unfortunately, while Mickelson’s situation has received varied reactions, his absence on the course will certainly be felt.