As I sit here and stream the U.S. Open on my computer at work, I can’t help but notice how bad Phil Mickelson physically looks on the course right now. To me, he really does look tired and worn out. I could be totally wrong and it could be the tough course and conditions that are wearing him down—6-over through 17 holes can do that to you – but I think about his past health issues and wonder if that has anything to do with his withdrawal two weeks ago at The Memorial and his poor play.
Phil has never been one to make excuses and he normally doesn’t share things about his health until after weeks or months later. I really hate to speculate about all of this but I just can’t help but wonder if everything is alright in his life.
As he tees it up on the short par-4 7th right now and hits it behind a tree, the camera pans on his face and he just looks drained. I hope there is really nothing wrong with his health, I would hate to see him playing less into the future – especially with Tiger looking better and better each round and on the cusp of another multi-year run.
Jeremy says
I am really pulling for him. I hope he can turn this thing around.
Jeremy
Val B says
Phil is lucky that his psoriatic arthritis can be treated effectively, but I have very little doubt that between the medication and the disease, Phil will not be physically at his best every week – there will be ups and downs. I have a neighbor who has been on disability since he was in his early twenties because psoriatic arthritis makes him unable to hold a steady job. I’m really happy to see Phil taking care of his body these days. His changes in exercise and diet really show and will likely help him manage his condition.
The Mickelsons have been through a lot these past few years, but Phil has still managed to be extremely relevant on the PGA Tour. Incredible to think that at this week’s Ryder Cup, he’ll set the record for the American with the most consecutive appearances and the most all-time appearances in the Ryder Cup. That’s freakin’ impressive!