Phil Mickelson says he is returning to golf with a “renewed spirit and excitement” as he confirmed he will play in the first LIV Golf Invitational Series tournament at Centurion Club this week – and future major championships.
Mickelson has been linked to LIV Golf for months but began a self-imposed hiatus from the sport in February – even skipping his title defence at the PGA Championship – amid backlash over comments he made about the breakaway tour.
The 51-year-old’s public image took a hit when the author of an unauthorised biography said the American golfer told him he was willing to look past Saudi Arabia’s human rights record to gain economic leverage over the PGA Tour.
Mickelson said in a statement: “First and foremost, I want to again apologise to the many people I offended and hurt with my comments a few months ago.
“I have made mistakes in
You’ve reached your free article limit
Subscribe to enjoy unlimited access to trusted journalism. Cancel anytime.
Subscribe nowNeed help? molokom@insidepolitic.co.za
