Overview

• Mickelson said there’s a “high likelihood” that next week’s U.S. Open at Oakmont will be his final shot at golf’s only missing major
• His five-year exemption from the 2021 PGA Championship expires this year, leaving future appearances dependent on qualifying or a special USGA invitation
• He says he must contribute to LIV Golf’s team success as HyFlyers captain or relinquish the role to someone who can
• Currently 15th in the LIV Golf standings, he faces an uphill battle to earn an Open berth through the league’s top-player qualification spot
• Approaching his 55th birthday, he credits a strong offseason for improved form but admits he must be realistic about the length of his competitive career