On the same day that a long-time sponsor announced it was ending its relationship with Phil Mickelson, the pro golfer apologized for his comments on the Super Golf League.
The second round of the Charles Schwab Series at Ozarks National will be held on August 25, 2020. The photo was taken by Brett Carlsen.
Alan Shipnuck, who is writing a biography of Mickelson, released an excerpt from the book in which he said that the Saudi government killed a journalist.
I am deeply sorry for my choice of words, but I did not authorize the release of the comments.
After the statement, the company and the six-time major winner mutually agreed to end their sponsorship.
Forbes had a request for comment from Mickelson, but he did not respond immediately.
The Super Golf League gives players leverage over the dominant PGA, according to an excerpt from the book. The league, founded by former golfer Greg Norman and LIV Investments with ties to Saudi backers, has been trying to lure the top players away from the PGA. The rest of the top eight players on the PGA Tour are all members of the association.
The world's no. 5-ranked golfer shamed the man for his statements when he was asked about them on Sunday.
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