Anyone who follows golf was not surprised by the scores shot yesterday at the 2023 US Open Championship. Most of the top players shot around par and were grinding on most shots. It only takes a mistake or two and their scores were dramatically affected. Conversely, shots like Scottie Scheffler made on the 17th hole that resulted in an eagle can push their score in a positive direction. Regardless, LACC is playing as expected and the final round today will see players lamenting over every shot. If you want to see professional golfers put all their skills to the test, then today is the day to watch golf.
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Phil Mickelson Wins The US Open
Is this the year that Phil Mickelson finally closes the books on a career grand slam? Or am I getting ahead of myself? After winning the PGA Championship last month, Mickelson’s stats have him with 45 PGA tournament wins that include five Majors. Is this weekend going to be another page into the history books or is he going to fade quietly away never to accomplish one of his career goals. It is difficult to say with Mickelson because we never know which player is going to show up on any given day. Personally, I would like to see him with the US Open after six, second place finishes; it would be the crowing achievement of his illustrious golfing career.
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The Grateful Golfer 