Forget Tiger Woods This is the year of Phil Mickelson' comeback. The 47-year-old, one of the most popular players in PGA history, defeated 2017 PGA Player of the Year Justin Thomas in a playoff to take the title at the WGC-Mexico City on Sunday. It's his first win since the 2013 Open Championship. "Over the … Continue reading Phil Mickelson Thrills Fans with First Win Since 2018
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Sharma Holds 2-Stroke Lead Headed to Sunday in Mexico
It wasn't easy, but 21-year-old Shubhakar Sharma held on to his two-stroke lead at the WGC Mexico City on Saturday. He endured three bogeys after only having two combined in his first two rounds and still wound up with a 2-under 69. He looked like he might run away and hide with the lead after … Continue reading Sharma Holds 2-Stroke Lead Headed to Sunday in Mexico
Justin Thomas Jumps Ahead in FedEx Standings
American Justin Thomas is back in familiar territory at the top of the FedEx Cup standings. Thomas' win at the Honda Classic on Sunday saw him rise to 1,258 points on the season, a mere 11 points behind previous leader Patton Kizzrie. Thomas has needed seven event to reach his total; Kizzire 10. World No. … Continue reading Justin Thomas Jumps Ahead in FedEx Standings
Justin Thomas Retakes No. 3 Ranking
2017 PGA Player of the Year Justin Thomas moved back to No. 3 in the world thanks to his victory at The Honda Classic on Sunday. Thomas bypassed friendly rival Jordan Spieth with the victory. He's closed within striking distance of No. 2 Jon Rahm. Rahm is averaging 8.821 points per tournament; Thomas is a … Continue reading Justin Thomas Retakes No. 3 Ranking
Justin Thomas Takes Honda Classic in Playoff
Justin Thomas defeated Luke List in the first hole of a sudden-death playoff to win the Honda Classic on Sunday in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. It's Thomas' eighth career PGA title and his sixth in the past 13 months. Thomas has won twice this season already. List led the tournament after 36 and 54 holes … Continue reading Justin Thomas Takes Honda Classic in Playoff
Noren, Simpson Take Early Lead at Honda Classic
American Webb Simpson and Swede Alex Noren each shot a 4-under to take the Day One lead at the Honda Classic. Tiger Woods shot an even-par 70 fighting off an early double bogey. It's his fourth event back to a full schedule on the PGA Tour. "I'm very pleased," Woods said. "Today was not easy. … Continue reading Noren, Simpson Take Early Lead at Honda Classic
Watson’s Wild Weekend Continues with Genesis Lead
Bubba Watson took a brief trip away from the Genesis Open Friday to play a friendly pickup game of basketball. At the Staples Center. During the NBA's All-Star Weekend. Apparently loosened up by his laughable collision with Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady's blocked shot, Watson returned to golf on Saturday in some of his best … Continue reading Watson’s Wild Weekend Continues with Genesis Lead
