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All eyes are on Phil Mickelson for everything but his golf

BROOKLINE, Mass. — The chain-link fence to the left of the driving range had been bent to below eye level. Fans in attendance at The Country Club on Tuesday wanted to get a glimpse of Phil Mickelson while he warmed up for his practice round — his return to a stateside course after a four-month hiatus. Some were quiet, whispering among each other about the democratic and moral implications of what Mickelson had done by joining the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series. Others were loud, calling out to Mickelson directly about how glad they were to have him back. One fan stood out: «How's the pockets looking?!» the fan yelled. Mickelson smiled, gave a thumbs up and pulled out a wad of cash. Laughs ensued.

US Open Golf 2022: Phil Mickelson's wild play sees him miss the cut and hit a spectator with a wayward shot

Phil Mickelson will not be at the US Open for the weekend after ending his second round at the Country Club at Brookline on 11-over par. The six-time major winner was one of the big talking points going into the third major of the year, after arriving in Massachusetts on the back of an appearance at the LIV Golf Series. Ad/> His form at Centurion Club last week was poor, and it continued on Thursday as he chopped the ball around the Country Club before signing for a 78.

Father-to-be Nadal intends to compete at Wimbledon

Rafael Nadal has confirmed he intends to compete at Wimbledon later this month, while also announcing his wife Mery Perello is pregnant with their first child.

Daffue grabs US Open lead in early second-round action

BROOKLINE, Mass. : South Africa's MJ Daffue used a fast start to grab the on-course lead in early second round action at the U.S. Open on Friday while six-time runner-up Phil Mickelson is among a slew of prominent players in danger of missing the cut.

Airdrie golfers bag 'miracle' double hole-in-one feat during club's centenary year

An Airdrie golfing duo have scored an incredible 'miracle' double hole-in-one feat on the same green at Easter Moffat Golf Club in what was a 67 million-to-one shot.

US Open tee times and groupings including Rory McIlroy and Phil Mickelson

Adam Hadwin takes a one-shot lead into the second round of the US Open after an intriguing first day at The Country Club in Brookline.

US Open golf LIVE scores and updates: Matt Fitzpatrick in mix before Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm continue title quest

14:50 – Daffue produces magic to lead field Look at this beauty off the green from MJ Daffue at the 7th hole and you can appreciate why the South African player is holding a three-shot lead at the moment. Ad/> /> U.S. OpenMickelson four putts from 10 feet as he makes horror start at US Open18 HOURS AGO 14:40 – Thomas arrests slide A fine round of 69 from the US PGA champion Justin Thomas on Thursday, but has been a bit of a struggle so far today.

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The stars of the Ladies European Tour are back in England this week for the Aramco Team Series, with all three rounds available for free via Sky Sports' live stream.

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All eyes are on Phil Mickelson for everything but his golf

US Open Golf 2022: Phil Mickelson's wild play sees him miss the cut and hit a spectator with a wayward shot

Father-to-be Nadal intends to compete at Wimbledon

Daffue grabs US Open lead in early second-round action

Airdrie golfers bag 'miracle' double hole-in-one feat during club's centenary year

US Open tee times and groupings including Rory McIlroy and Phil Mickelson

US Open golf LIVE scores and updates: Matt Fitzpatrick in mix before Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm continue title quest

FREE GOLF: Aramco Team Series LIVE!