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In the middle of the internet buzzing with Phil Mickelson’s gambling controversies, a contrasting story has come to light featuring Lucas Glover who has taken the golfing world by storm. He has racked up a staggering $4.9 million in just a few days.

While Mickelson’s reputation faces scrutiny due to his alleged gambling habits, Glover’s rapid rise in a matter of days sheds light on a different aspect of the sport altogether! Could these be two different faces of the same coin? Let’s dive into the story.

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Lucas Glover’s Staggering Week of Triumph

Lucas Glover turned pro in 2001 and has had 6 professional wins since. However, he has had the most successful year this season with 2 back-to-back wins on the tour — Wyndham Championship earlier this month and now FedEx St. Jude Championship.

Glover’s meteoric rise catapulted him from No.49 to 4th in the FedEx Cup standings! It also helped him in accumulating a staggering $4.9 million in earnings which is more than his PGA TOUR earnings from 2012 to 2018 ($5,234,462).

There was a recent tweet put out by Will Gray on Twitter comparing the earrings. LIV Golfer Lee Westwood was quick to jump in and say that the amount before he experienced the winning spell wasn’t a small one either.

Now with the 4th position in FedEx Cup standings, 2009 US Open winner heads to the second event of the playoff, the $20,000,000 BMW Championship which kicks off this week at the Olympia Fields North Course. Glover and Mickelson, at present, are two totally different stories.

Phil Mickelson In the Soup As Glover Goes from Strength to Strength

Phil Mickelson along with the tag of a LIV Golf defector has also been now given the tag of a “gambler”. The golfer has consistently embraced the practice of gambling, often participating in poker games with both friends and fellow golfers.

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The lefty’s love for sports betting is widely known, with reports indicating that he has wagered a remarkable sum exceeding $1 billion across various sports. A particular instance that stands out includes a substantial $400,000 bet on Team USA during the 2012 Ryder Cup.

Lucas Glover’s shining victories offer a different narrative from the controversial case of Mickelson, a testament to perseverance and skill. While Mickelson’s alleged actions stir discussions about integrity and reputation, Glover’s ascent speaks of dedication and triumph against all odds.

These contrasting stories embody the diverse nature of the golfing world, where challenges and accomplishments coexist, shaping the sport’s ever-evolving scene. Both players indeed are the two sides of the same coin- golf!

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