Phil Mickelson misses all major championships amid family crisis

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Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Phil Mickelson misses all major championships amid family crisis
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Phil Mickelson will miss all four major championships this year for the first time in his career. His most recent withdrawal is from the Open Championship, where he faced a family health crisis. Previously, Mickelson missed the event in 2009 to care for his wife, Amy, during her cancer treatment. Reports indicate that the current family issue relates to one of his children, contributing to his absence from golf tournaments. Additionally, Mickelson is dealing with controversy after being kicked out of his home club due to allegations of inappropriate conduct, which he has denied.

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  • Mickelson has missed all major tournaments in 2026.
  • He pulled out of the Open Championship due to a family health matter.
  • Last missed the Open Championship in 2009 for his wife’s cancer treatment.
  • Allegations of misconduct have led to strained personal relationships.
  • Mickelson's return to competitive golf appears uncertain.
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The last time Phil Mickelson missed the Open Championship was in 2009, when wife Amy Mickelson was undergoing cancer treatment. The post Phil Mickelson’s Wife Amy Has Past Connection to Latest Career Decision appeared first on HEAVY.

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