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PGA Tour Bridge Detonated: Mickelson Barred
29 Apr
Summary
- Phil Mickelson will never participate in PGA Tour events again.
- Trey Wingo stated Mickelson burned all bridges with the PGA.
- LIV Golf's long-term future remains uncertain due to funding doubts.
Phil Mickelson's potential return to the PGA Tour is now considered impossible, according to former ESPN host Trey Wingo. Wingo stated unequivocally that Mickelson has permanently severed ties with the PGA Tour, describing the bridge as "detonated, destroyed, nuked, lasered to death." This assessment comes as the future of LIV Golf, the Saudi-backed league Mickelson joined in 2022, faces increasing uncertainty regarding its funding. While the PGA Tour has offered paths back to some defecting players, Mickelson's outspoken advocacy for LIV and his nearing career end make his reconciliation with the PGA unlikely. Mickelson himself had previously expressed strong optimism about LIV Golf's evolution, anticipating growth in player quality, global venues, and fan reception. He also highlighted the improved player experience within LIV events compared to traditional tour stops.
