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Phil Mickelson denies allegations of misconduct at California golf clubs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 10:45 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Phil Mickelson denies allegations of misconduct at California golf clubs

Summary

Phil Mickelson has denied allegations of misconduct as reported in an investigation by Skratch. The investigation claimed he was unwelcome at several California clubs due to inappropriate behavior towards women and included allegations from Ashley Perez regarding an explicit photograph. Mickelson's representatives described the claims as a misrepresentation of events and stated he was never expelled from any club. The golfer left the PGA Tour in 2022 to join LIV Golf but has only participated in one tournament this year due to personal reasons. Skratch stands by its reporting despite Mickelson's denial.

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By the Numbers

•Mickelson denies misconduct allegations reported by Skratch.
•Claims include incidents involving several California golf clubs.
•Ashley Perez alleges Mickelson showed an explicit photograph in 2015.
•Mickelson's camp criticizes Skratch for anonymous sources.
•He joined LIV Golf after leaving the PGA Tour in 2022.

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Six-time major champion Phil Mickelson denies allegations of misconduct and rejects claims he was forced to leave several California golf clubs.
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