Phil Mickelson is back on Twitter, and is adding some Lefty flair to things.
Since last May, when he withdrew from the defense of his PGA Championship title, he joined LIV and has since written many books about him. He also spoke out against ever participating in an interview with Alan Shipnuck. Each story reveals a different aspect of Lefty as we know it.
Mickelson sent a tweet over the weekend that was interpreted by most as a poke at the PGA Tour’s non-shorts policy.
The Tour does not allow shorts, but this weeks leader can wear joggers with an ankle-length socks. Are you displaying 4 inches of ankle? Although I am not a fashion person, I will never be one. But there are some things that I won’t understand. ?
— Phil Mickelson (@PhilMickelson January 28, 2023
The three-time Masters champion has now taken matters into his own hands and is now chasing Rory McIlroy, the world number 1. Lefty made a compliment and asked viewers to “see if they can finish it off.” He capitalized the word “Dubai” while making sure everyone was aware that the event was taking place in the middle east.
Great -7 third round by @McIlroyRory DUBAI to give him a 3 shot lead. Check out his final round. You can watch the final round live from the Middle East via the golf channel.
— Phil Mickelson (@PhilMickelson January 29, 2023
Although the replies were a biting, they were quite funny!
Mickelson responds to the comment that Mickelson’s career is loaded with Sunday chokes, particularly in majors. Mickelson says, “I have won six though.” A jibe at McIlroy, Mickelson has four majors since 2014.
With less than a month until the 2023 LIV calendar’s start, it is time for interest to increase again, especially with a new broadcasting agreement.
Mickelson made a jokey claim that LIV events were harder than PGA Tour events. He’s yet to win LIV, but has won 45 of those PGA thingsies.
Yes. I have won 45 of these PGA thingsies. These were very easy. These tournaments are more difficult with stronger fields. I have yet to win one. ?
— Phil Mickelson (@PhilMickelson January 29, 2023
Mickelson doesn’t care what we think or believe, but he is creating noise and interest.
