Phil Mickelson to miss Masters over personal health matter
Phil Mickelson declared on Thursday that he will not participate in next week’s Masters and will be absent for an extended duration as his family continues to “navigate a personal health matter.”
This marks the first occasion since 1994 that five-time Masters champion Tiger Woods and Mickelson, a three-time green jacket winner, will both miss the season’s first major at Augusta National Golf Club.
Woods revealed on Tuesday that he was “stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health,” making this announcement four days after being arrested on suspicion of DUI and refusal to submit to a lawful test following a rollover car accident in Florida.
Mickelson, 55, shared the news on his social media platforms.
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“I have great respect for Augusta National Golf Club and it is definitely the most special week of the year,” Mickelson stated. “I wish everyone the best of luck and will be watching.”
Mickelson has missed the first four LIV Golf League events this season due to the family situation. He made his return two weeks ago in South Africa, where he finished tied for 48th.
Mickelson was set to make his 33rd appearance in the Masters, which he last won in 2010. The left-handed golfer ranks third behind only Jack Nicklaus and Ben Hogan with his 16 top 10 finishes at Augusta National, where he was the runner-up to Jon Rahm in 2023.
Mickelson last missed the Masters in 2022, following his controversial remarks regarding Saudi Arabia’s monarchy and the PGA Tour. He had not missed the tournament since 1994.
