Phil Mickelson’s Unique Jordan Kicks Leaves Golf World in a Puzzle
Controversy sticks to Phil Mickelson like bees to honey, and it was no different when he was recently seen wearing Nike golf shoes at LIV Golf's Mayakoba event. This left fans incredulous as he had earlier criticized Tiger Woods' association with Nike, even going as far as calling their golf equipment substandard.
What did mickelson actually say about tiger and nike?
Last year, when everyone was slamming Mickelson for his move to LIV Golf, he decided to trash the PGA Tour and the golf legend. Moreover, he said Tiger is a legendary player because only he can work with inferior equipment. Which was a direct shot at his Nike endorsements.
nike's association with tiger
Nike has been a partner of Woods since 1996. The GOAT wore Nike sneakers to all the golf tournaments before his accident. Moreover, he switched from Titleist to Nike driver and irons. Woods has won six majors with the Nike ball, two of which were with a Nike driver. He set a scoring record in his first event with the company's irons.
Who came to tiger's defence after mickelsons statements?
Bob Wood, the president of Nike golf, noted that in terms of driving statistics, Tiger improved in all three categories listed, while Mickelson’s performance declined. Therefore, Mickelson’s assertion was completely bogus.
how did fans react to phil mickelson wearing nike shoes after his critical comments?
Fans had a field day when they saw Mickelson wearing Nike golf shoes at a LIV Golf event. Many were shocked to see him wear the brand after his reprehensible comments about Nike and Tiger. Some couldn't even fathom a day when he would actually don Nike's again. As such, many took to social media to take shots at him.
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