During the recent player survey conducted by LIV Golf, Phil Mickelson made a bold claim stating that he has achieved 47 hole-in-ones throughout his career. This revelation has put the spotlight on Mickelson as the golfing community questions the validity of his statement. A hole-in-one is a remarkable accomplishment in golf, where a player finishes a hole with just one stroke, typically achieved on par-3 holes. Mickelson asserts that he has achieved this feat an astonishing 47 times over the span of his thirty-year career. This claim has sparked debates on social media, with many users expressing skepticism and comparing his achievement to that of his rival, Tiger Woods, who has 20 hole-in-ones to his name.
The recent survey conducted by LIV Golf involved Mickelson and other players, where they were asked about their number of hole-in-ones. Mickelson’s response of 47 left everyone stunned and intrigued. The question of whether this claim is true or not has generated much discussion among golf enthusiasts. This also highlights one area where Mickelson surpasses his rival, Tiger Woods, in terms of hole-in-ones. Mickelson’s 47 aces far exceed Woods’ 27.
LIV Golf successfully concluded their first event of the 2024 season over the weekend. This event marked the debut of a promising young golfer named Surratt, who joined Mickelson’s team alongside experienced players and a rookie. Surratt, previously ranked No. 10 in the World Golf Amateur Ranking, made his professional debut at the Mayakoba event. His performance caught the attention of Mickelson, who praised the young prodigy in a recent interview with Yahoo Sports. Mickelson referred to Surratt as “an incredible talent” and expressed his belief that being around Jon Rahm, the team’s captain, will greatly accelerate Surratt’s progress towards success.
Mickelson’s words of admiration and encouragement are likely to inspire Surratt as he navigates his way among elite golfers. It will be fascinating to observe how Rahm’s leadership and mentorship influence Surratt’s gameplay and mindset in future events, as they strive to secure more team titles following their triumph at the Mayakoba event.