Although Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler are grabbing the main attention at this year's Masters, there are plenty of golfers who could make a big step at this tournament. A somewhat neglected name lately, the experienced Phil Mickelson, will also perform at this year's edition.
Although many do not give him much chance of success, primarily because of his age and somewhat poor form in recent years, there are also those who believe that LIV Golfer can make a success.
Well-known golf figure, Dan Rapaport is optimistic about Phil's performance, believing that Mickelson will finish in the top 10.
As one of the reasons for his optimism, Rapaport emphasizes the performance at Doral last week, where 'Lefty' really excelled.
Ill say yes, probably. Rahm has got a ton to play for. Brysons wedges looked really good yesterday. My thing is I think Phils going to finish in the top 10, I really do. He was playing well again last week at Doral. Hard golf course, windy golf course. Obviously, he has some level of control with the driver. I think Phils going to give us a thrill this week, he said, as quoted by The Golfing Gazzette.
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Phil Mickelson: Is it wrong to underestimate the star of the golf scene?
Underestimating a three-time Masters winner, regardless of age, is certainly a mistake. Mickelson was particularly impressive two years ago, four shots back of leader Jon Rahm.
Phil Mickelson stressed back then that he was ready to play at Augusta National for many more years, feeling he still had the strength and quality to compete with the best.
Such performances showed that no one should underestimate this LIV Golfer, who is looking for success this year.
Phil admitted shared his optimism, hoping that such results could catapult him to the top.
It will certainly be interesting to follow his performances at this year's Masters.
