Phil Mickelson's rep slams Skratch over LIV Golf defamation claims
Fox News • • sports
Key Points:
- Phil Mickelson faced allegations from Skratch that he showed a nude photo of himself to a fellow golfer's ex-wife and was expelled from golf clubs due to misconduct, which he denies, stating he voluntarily resigned from clubs and was never expelled.
- Mickelson's representatives criticized Skratch's reporting style, calling it based on anonymous sources and speculation, and disputed claims involving his wife Amy's role in his club departures and alleged secret rendezvous.
- While Mickelson's team did not deny the nude photo allegation outright, they confirmed he apologized for his conduct but rejected the broader sensational claims as inaccurate and unverified.
- The statement accused Skratch of biased reporting, potentially influenced by its PGA Tour ties, especially as Mickelson has joined LIV Golf, and emphasized the need for responsible journalism grounded in transparency and fact verification.
- Mickelson has participated in only one LIV Golf event this year and is currently not playing majors due to attending to a personal health matter.
