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Golf – The inaugural LIV Golf Invitational – Centurion Club, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Britain – June 8, 2022 Phil Mickelson of the U.S. during the Pro-Am Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs
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Golf – The inaugural LIV Golf Invitational – Centurion Club, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Britain – June 8, 2022 Phil Mickelson of the U.S. during the Pro-Am Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs
Golf maestro Phil Mickelson recently emerged as a beacon of hope for a budding PGA Tour professional. The golfer’s kind gesture left an indelible mark on the hearts of fans as well as his colleagues all over the world. Mickelson emerged as a knight in shining armor for the 40-year-old PGA Tour professional.
Mark Baldwin was truly blessed. The American professional golfer got the golden chance to learn to perfect his game from the LIV Golf professional, who has a wall of accolades to his name. This made golf fans appreciate Phil Mickelson’s kindness. Interestingly, this news comes in the midst of the burning question of the billion-dollar future of LIV Golf and the PGA Tour. This act of kindness by Mickelson, who is the face of LIV Golf, comes as a shock to many on the other side of the golf spectrum.
Phil Mickelson, the knight in shining armor for a rising star
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Baldwin is currently working on his game in his quest to ace the DP World Tour Qualifying School and secure a place among Europe’s top-tier professional golfers. In his journey to improve his game and achieve greater heights in his career, a close associate helped him seek help from the legendary professional golfer, Phil Mickelson.
Mickelson readily agreed to this request and shared his precious time to help the struggling golfer ace his game. The senior golfer truly earned the place of a holy angel in the life of this younger golf pro. Their bonding on the greens is what stunned many across the world.
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The tweet about the incident read, “After the first stage of Q-school, I sent Phil Mickelson a DM…I never thought Phil would respond. 3 hours later, Phil said yes, and this weekend Mark has had “the coolest experience of my golf life.” They played a 9-hole match last night. Phil invited him to his house this morning to help with his short game, and now they are playing an 18-hole match. Amazing of Phil. One of the best players of our time helping a guy get ready for 2nd stage. Truly unreal.”
After the first stage of Q-school I sent @PhilMickelson a DM, asking him to help @markbaldwin1 get ready for 2nd stage.
I didn’t tell Mark because I never thought phil would respond . Instead, 3 hours later Phil said yes.
And this weekend Mark has had “the coolest experience— Monday Q Info (@acaseofthegolf1) November 12, 2023
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Phil Mickelson’s revolutionary style of game-play surely helped Baldwin prepare for the second stage of the Q-school. This was not only a selfless deed but also one that cleared many of the negative assumptions that have surfaced against Mickelson. However, some negativity around the golfer continues when we are reminded of one of his earlier nicknames, ‘FIGJAM’. What is the reason behind this unusual name awarded to the legendary golfer?
Why is Phil called “FIGJAM”?
Phil Mickelson has been awarded a long list of nicknames throughout his professional golfer journey. However, a nickname that truly stood out is “FIGJAM”. Interestingly, not many in the golf world know this pet name. However, it has a long history associated with itself.
FIGJAM is an acronym for “F**k, I’m good, just ask me.” This interesting name was awarded to the LIV Golf legend by his senior colleagues in his initial days as a golf professional on the PGA Tour. However, this name is not widely accepted, as many fans do not agree with the implications of this crude name. But when you are as famous as Mickelson, fame surely comes at a huge cost. That apart, what do you think about Mickelson’s recent act of generosity towards Mark Baldwin?
