‘Putting in the Work to Break 80’: Golf World Reacts to Latest Phil Mickelson Video From Miami

For the newly founded LIV Golf Series, Phil Mickelson, has remained a focal point of engagement. The 52-year-old has a commanding golf portfolio only a few can match, which makes him one of the most recognizable faces in the sport. The social media handles at LIV Golf have always put Mickelson as their cover star, but the reactions from its recent post will have surely taken them aback.

Phil Mickelson’s putting at Miami prompts reactions

Mickelson and his crew are holding up in Miami for the season finale of the LIV Golf Series’ inaugural tournament. While the tournament commences this weekend on Friday, it is set to host a Pro-Am with course owner Donald Trump in attendance.

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While the names of golfers accompanying Trump at the Pro-Am haven’t been revealed, Mickelson could easily be one of them. At the Bedminster event, the former POTUS teed up alongside major championship winners Dustin Johnson and Bryson DeChambeau.

In the lead-up to the event, Mickelson was seen practicing a putt from a few yards out. He was surrounded by his crew members, who were left to examine and analyze the shot.

Even though Mickelson made the putt, fans had a differing opinion on the post. Netizens claimed the putt was a rather easy one for the 6-time major championship winner and ridiculed the handle to post such a straightforward clip. Here’s a selection of those tweets.

What’s in store for LIV Miami?

This is not the first time that a post from the LIV Golf Series has been subjected to criticism. The league has faced similar treatment in the past and has failed to win over the majority of traditional golf fans over its debut season.

The season finale of the LIV Golf Series is slated for this weekend, with the focus firmly on teamwork. A total purse of $50 million is set aside for the tournament, with the winning team taking home $16 million.

The event will be played at the Trump National Doral Golf Club, popularly known as the Blue Monster due to its location and difficulty of playing.

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