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Brandel Chamblee, a respected golf analyst, recently highlighted his admiration for Phil Mickelson’s competitive spirit. Chamblee stated, “‘I love that side of Phil.’ It’s a side of him that people haven’t seen before.” This side of Mickelson, according to Chamblee, is “a guy that’s willing to just put it all on the line.” The analyst also expressed his understanding of Mickelson’s controversial comments regarding the PGA Championship, acknowledging that Mickelson is a “free thinker.” Chamblee believes that Mickelson’s willingness to share his unfiltered thoughts is a refreshing quality.
**USGA to Consider LIV Invitation at U.S. Open**
The United States Golf Association (USGA) is weighing the possibility of allowing players from the controversial LIV Golf tour to participate in this year’s U.S. Open. The USGA is expected to meet in early April to discuss the issue.
Several LIV players, including Phil Mickelson, Dustin Johnson, and Bryson DeChambeau, would be eligible to participate if the decision is made to lift the ban. However, the inclusion of LIV players could spark controversy, as the rival series is funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which has been accused of human rights abuses.
The USGA’s decision will hinge on a balancing act between the desire to field the strongest possible field at the U.S. Open and upholding the integrity of the game.
World No. 1 Jon Rahm has withdrawn from the 2024 U.S. Open with a lingering foot infection. Rahm, who won the U.S. Open in 2021, has been dealing with the injury since early June. He attempted to rehab the injury and play through the pain, but he was unable to make a full recovery in time for the U.S. Open. This is the second major championship that Rahm has withdrawn from this year. He also missed the Masters in April with the same injury. Rahm is expected to make a full recovery and return to competition later this summer.
Abraham Ancer birdied the second hole of a four-man playoff to win the LIV Golf Houston tournament on Sunday, securing his first title on the breakaway circuit.
Ancer holed a 12-foot putt to defeat Carlos Ortiz, Phachara Khongwatmai, and Talor Gooch, who were tied after regulation.
The victory is a breakthrough for Ancer, who has been one of the most consistent players on the LIV Golf tour this season. The 32-year-old Mexican has now finished in the top 10 in all five of the LIV Golf events he has played in this year.
Ancer’s win also gives LIV Golf its first Mexican champion. The tour has been criticized for its lack of diversity, but Ancer’s victory is a step in the right direction.
Jon Rahm, the world No. 2 golfer, has withdrawn from the LIV Golf Houston 2024 during the second round, focusing on the prestigious U.S. Open. His decision underscores the priority elite players place on major events like the U.S. Open.
Carlos Puig, a native of Spain, carded an impressive 6-under 66 on Friday at the LIV Golf Houston tournament, propelling him into a four-way tie for the lead heading into the weekend. Puig’s stellar round, marked by six birdies, placed him alongside Matthew Wolff, Phachara Khongwatmai, and Talor Gooch atop the leaderboard. The quartet holds a one-stroke advantage over their closest pursuers.
Puig’s consistent performance showcased his exceptional shot-making abilities and composure on the challenging course. His steady approach and aggressive putts kept him in contention throughout the day. The Spaniard, now 32 years old, is poised to make a strong run at the LIV Golf Houston title and solidify his status as a rising star in the sport.
Jon Rahm’s U.S. Open tune-up ended in ominous fashion as the world number two carded a disappointing 76 in the final round of the PGA Tour Mayakoba Classic. The Spaniard, who has not won since the Mexico Open in May 2022, looked out of sorts throughout the day and never really threatened to challenge for the title.
Rahm’s struggles will be a concern for the U.S. Open, which starts next week at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts. The 28-year-old is one of the favorites for the championship, but his recent form suggests that he may not be at his best.
The PGA Tour has made progress in its negotiations with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) regarding a potential strategic partnership. Multiple sources familiar with the talks confirm that a deal could be reached within the next few weeks.
According to sources, the new deal would likely involve a significant financial investment from PIF in exchange for a stake in the PGA Tour’s media rights and other assets. The deal would not grant PIF exclusive control of the PGA Tour’s media rights, as was previously reported.
The potential partnership has raised concerns among some players and fans, who are concerned about Saudi Arabia’s human rights record. However, the PGA Tour has stated that it has conducted thorough due diligence on PIF and is confident that the fund meets the Tour’s standards for ethical conduct.
**Kaymer Shares LIV Lead Ahead of U.S. Open Return**
Martin Kaymer shared the halfway lead at the LIV Golf Invitational Boston on Saturday, putting himself in contention for a win ahead of his return to the U.S. Open.
Kaymer, a two-time major champion, is making his first appearance in a LIV Golf event since the PGA Tour suspended players who joined the Saudi-backed series.
He shot a 4-under 66 in the second round at The International Golf Club to move to 9-under for the tournament and share the lead with Australia’s Cameron Smith.
Kaymer, who won the U.S. Open in 2014 and the PGA Championship in 2010, will be one of the players to watch when the U.S. Open gets underway at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts, on Thursday.
His strong performance in Boston suggests he is in good form ahead of the major championship, which is one of the four men’s golf majors.