The 2010 Masters was one of the most exciting tournaments in years. Phil Mickelson was in his element and demonstrated his true talent by winning his third green jacket in the past six years. Mickelson played a phenominal tournament with 67 – 71 – 67 – 67 finishing at -16. Going into Round 3, he was 2 strokes off the lead, but on the back nine he showed his skill while holing an 8-footer for eagle at the 13th hole, a wedge from 141 yards for another at No. 14 and narrowly missing a third from 87 yards at No. 16 by inches resulting in another round of 67. “This is the way I expect to play, but … I haven’t played this way in a long time, and I feel great about my game,” Mickelson said. “I’m hitting a lot of good iron shots, driving the ball well, and feel very confident with the putter, even on some treacherous greens, and I’ve made a bunch of putts.”
Mickelson’s family’s presence at the Masters helped to make his winning extra special. His wife, Amy, and their three children joined him on the 18th hole on Sunday sharing in Phil’s victory. Amy Mickelson has been battling breast cancer for the better part of the past year and has not attended any of Phil’s tournaments since her diagnosis. “This has been a very special day and a very special week,” Mickelson said. “And to have Amy and my kids here to share it with, I can’t put into words. It just feels incredible, especially given what we’ve been through in the last year — to be able to share this kind of joy means a lot to us.”
Going into the Masters, Mickelson had not had a victory on the 2010 PGA Tour. The last time he went to the Masters without a seasonal victory was in 2003. This year was different. Despite all the publicity around Tiger Woods’ return to golf at the 2010 Masters, Phil did not let the Woods saga overshadow his phenominal performance during the past four days. Adored by the fans, Phil’s performance made them fall in love all over again. He’s not only personable but also a very talented golfer and the number 2 ranked golfer in the world. His 3rd Masters win was a heartfelt experience for not only Phil and his family, but also all that shared in the moment.
Micklelson has played in eighteen Masters Tournaments and has had 13 top 10 finishes. Here’s a look at Phil’s Masters performances:
| Year | To Par | Finish |
| 2009 | -9 | 5 |
| 2008 | -2 | T-5 |
| 2007 | +11 | T-24 |
| 2006 | -7 | 1 |
| 2005 | -3 | 10 |
| 2004 | -9 | 1 |
| 2003 | -5 | 3 |
| 2002 | -8 | 3 |
| 2001 | -13 | 3 |
| 2000 | -2 | T-7 |
| 1999 | -3 | T-6 |
| 1998 | -2 | T-12 |
| 1997 | +5 | Missed Cut |
| 1996 | -6 | 3 |
| 1995 | -8 | T-7 |
| 1993 | +3 | T-34 |
| 1991 | +2 | T-45 |
Not bad for a lefty! Congratulations to Phil for an outstanding Masters!
Posted by Marilyn Harris
