Why Phil Mickelson’s 2010 Masters Victory Is One of the Sweetest Sporting Moments in History

The 2010 Masters Tournament victory was memorable for Phil Mickelson for many reasons. Firstly, it was his first major win since 2006. Secondly, and the most important reason, his wife was there to witness him win the Green Jacket!

Amy Mickelson watched her husband play and emerge victorious at a tournament for the first time in 11 months. Notably, the family man Mickelson always brings his wife to most of his competitions. However, due to her battle with breast cancer, she was not able to watch her husband play live for a long time. 

The golfer’s beloved wife shed tears as her husband rolled the final putt and became the 2010 Masters champion. The two shared an emotional moment as he went up to her and hugged her after his win. 

Phil Mickelson finally fulfilled his promise!

Mickelson had vowed to win the U. S. Open the previous year to place it near his wife’s hospital bed. However, he could only secure the runner-up position. 

Mickelson won the 2010 Masters Tournament for his wife and mother, both battling breast cancer, making it one of the sweetest sporting stories in ages.

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“You can talk about how golf can be such a lonely game,” the tournament commentator said, watching Amy Mickelson’s celebration. “But you can share it, and you can win it for someone else.” He further added, “We’ve seen dedicated efforts before, dedication victories. This is gonna rank right up there with the best you’ll ever see.” 

How did Lefty feel after the tournament? 

It was sure from the first round itself that Phil Mickelson would do anything to win his third Masters in 2010. He opened round 1 with an incredible 67 and finished the tournament with a tournament-best total of 272, since Tiger Woods achieved it in 2001. Notably, he made 16 birdies throughout the event. 

“I’m in love with this place; it brings out the best in me,” Mickelson said after the victory. “I wasn’t sure if she was going to be there today,” the golfer explained how he felt about his wife being there. “To walk off the green and share that with her is very emotional for us.”

Golf is not a group event; hence, people consider it an emotionless sport. However, moments like these make them change their opinion. What do you think of this heart-whelming victory that Phil Mickelson dedicated to his wife? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below:

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