We all know that Phil Mickelson is one of the best golfers out there, and that’s a fact no one can argue with. The golfer came into the industry with nothing and left with a heap of fans and memories. One can only imagine the kind of legacy Mickelson has left behind for many young golfers to follow, but why are you saying all these things? Well, because like many things in the world, Mickelson’s career and personal life also faced a blow when he was trying to make a name for himself in the golf industry.
Mickelson had previously shared his story of struggling with gambling addiction. He compares it to a hurricane that wreaked havoc on his life and caused significant damage and pain. In 2023, the golfer shared a post on his X account expressing the emotions he felt on his journey to defeat the addiction. Everyone knows that Mickelson does not have a scarcity of money, but he still gambled, so it’s fairly okay for the fans to wonder why he chose to give into the habit. Well, he did explain and said,
“The money wasn’t ever the issue since our financial security has never been threatened, but I was so distracted I wasn’t able to be present with the ones I love and caused a lot of harm.” Mickelson described the situation as something that started as fun and soon spiraled out of control, becoming a harmful addiction. In his addiction days, Mickelson used to be present with his loved ones but still not actually present with them, and he understood that it has affected his loved ones in a way he could not quite contemplate. Recognizing the harm that has already been done, he took time to thank his wife, Amy Mickelson, who had his back and was his rock through the addiction.
“Hopefully you won’t have to deal with these difficult moments publicly so others can profit off you like I have. But hopefully you WILL have a strong and supportive partner who is willing to help you through being your worst self and through your worst moments like I have in Amy, She has loved me and supported me through my darkest and most difficult times. I couldn’t have gotten through this without her. I’m so grateful for her strength in helping us get through the many challenges I’ve created for us. Because of her love,support,and commitment, I’m back on track to being the person I want to be.” he wrote.
Well, that surely is something that the golfer will remember forever. But honestly, is it a surprise to anyone? Fans have always known Amy Mickelson to be the golfer’s biggest supporter.
Amy Mickelson stands by her husband amid the 2018 controversy.So we all remember Phil Mickelson’s controversial moment at the 2018 US Open, right? Well, if you don’t let us remind you, it was the moment when the golfer hit a moving ball on the 13th hole at Shinnecock Hills and his wife Amy came to his defense. When everyone was against the golfer and was accusing him of cheating, his wife stood by him and told the reporters, “He’s a good man who had a bad moment.”
Mrs. Mickelson showed the unconditional support she had for the golfer, who had faced a two-stroke penalty for the incident. While fans and fellow players questioned the decision, her statement highlighted Mickelson’s character, but did it help in any way? Well, no, because the rules are the same for everyone now, aren’t they? However, the golfer did complete the tournament and took the T48 spot with a score of 16 over par.
