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Phil Gets Last Laugh Over PGA Tour - LITE
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Jan 21, 2026 | Edition #160
👋 Hey Golf Fans,
Just weeks ago, Phil Mickelson’s PGA Tour protege rejected his lucrative offer to join his team. But yesterday, Lefty signed a golf prodigy to his team. Even more shocking, the youngster decided to let go of his Masters spot for it. Meanwhile, Amanda Balionis sounds distressed in her latest Instagram update, Scottie Scheffler finally speaks on Koepka's return, plus a viral shot and more.
Let's dive in...
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Phil Mickelson Wins Big as Golf Prodigy Rejects Masters Spot for Him |
The reigning NCAA champ was expected to join the PGA Tour after turning pro. But he picked Phil’s LIV team even though it came at the cost of a Masters debut. |
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As you read above, another young golfer has joined LIV Golf, after Elvis Smylie, Josele Ballester, and others. And that makes us curious…
Do You Think Joining LIV Over the PGA Tour Is Better for Promising Golfers? |
Tuesday’s Results: 61.32% of you do not want to see Patrick Reed return to the PGA Tour.
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On this date in 1940, Jack Nicklaus was born in Ohio. The Golden Bear debuted on the PGA Tour at the 1958 Rubber City Open, posting a T12 finish. Turning pro in 1961 and launching his full Tour career in 1962, he claimed his first major at the U.S. Open by defeating fan-favorite Arnold Palmer. Nicklaus amassed 117 professional victories while setting many records, including an unmatched 24-year span between his first and last major wins. |
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