Phil Mickelson's Masters bible guiding his Augusta disciples goes mainstream as world hears about secret tips
Phil Mickelson has a Masters notebook full of know-how that his golfing peers have been taking advantage of.
The 53 year old has compiled notes detailing his insights on the 18 holes at Augusta National, which he has shared with a select few over the years. According to a GolfWeek poll, several players credit Mickelson with helping them prepare for The Masters early in their careers. Keegan Bradley revealed: "Phil Mickelson. He has this scrapbook where he writes down notes. He showed me that certain putts go the opposite direction and when the pin on 2 is on the back left, lay it up short right. That was really helpful.
Rickie Fowler added: "Rickie Fowler also praised Mickelson's expertise, saying: "The amount of knowledge [Mickelson] has around there is crazy. He's got it all written down in a notebook." Matt Kuchar has revealed that Mickelson's golfing notebook is so meticulous, it even includes the varying ways the grass is cut throughout the week.
He shared: "The differences in chipping and putting around the greens. He taught me to go out Wednesday because there's areas that get cut differently on Tuesday than Wednesday and Wednesday from Thursday. Certain areas that you putt from and others you chip from and it was awesome to have Phil's level of input.", reports the Mirror.
Despite a rocky start since joining LIV Golf in 2022, Mickelson will be heading to Augusta National next week with a boost of confidence, thanks to his previous victories in 2004, 2006 and 2010. Last year, he put on an impressive performance, delivering a stunning final round that saw him ascend the leaderboard into second place.
However, Mickelson will be attending The Masters with a new caddie following the unexpected retirement of his