How Well Do You Know Phil Mickelson?

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How Well Do You Know Phil Mickelson? - Quiz

Mickelson should certainly not be a new name in the block to the average golf lover because the man has won almost everything (yes, I'm a fan). From PGAs, Masters and over to Championships, he is simply on a roll. Nonetheless, that's that, do you care for a dose of knowledge on the man?

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1.

In which year did Mickelson win the Masters Tournament with a 16-under par performance?
- A.
  
  2012
- B.
  
  2013
- C.
  
  2010
- D.
  
  2009
Correct Answer
C. 2010

Explanation
Mickelson won the Masters Tournament with a 16-under par performance in the year 2010.

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2.

Where did Mickelson start his 2011 season's Farmers Insurance Open?
- A.
  
  Torrey Pines Golf Course
- B.
  
  Australian Open
- C.
  
  PGA Tour
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Torrey Pines Golf Course

Explanation
Mickelson started his 2011 season's Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course.

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3.

Which one best describes his tied finish, when he made his 2012 debut at the Humana Challenge?
- A.
  
  3rd
- B.
  
  49th
- C.
  
  50th
- D.
  
  35th
Correct Answer
B. 49th

Explanation
In his 2012 debut at the Humana Challenge, the best description for his tied finish is 49th.

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4.

What was his result after T37 in the 2013 (January) season when he played in the Humana Challenge?
- A.
  
  -14
- B.
  
  -15
- C.
  
  -17
- D.
  
  -10
Correct Answer
C. -17

Explanation
In the 2013 (January) season, when he played in the Humana Challenge, his result after T37 was -17.

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5.

Who was the swing coach he hired after leaving Butch Harmon in 2016?
- A.
  
  Mark Calcavecchia
- B.
  
  Rory McIlroy
- C.
  
  Vaughn Taylor
- D.
  
  Andrew Getson
Correct Answer
D. Andrew Getson
6.

When did Mickelson end his winless drought that dated back to 2013?
- A.
  
  2012
- B.
  
  2011
- C.
  
  2014
- D.
  
  2018
Correct Answer
D. 2018

Explanation
In 2018, Mickelson ended his winless drought that had been ongoing since 2013. This means that he had not won a tournament for a significant period of time, but finally broke the streak and emerged victorious in 2018.

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7.

Which of the following is Mickelson's best characteristic during a game?
- A.
  
  Move
- B.
  
  Play
- C.
  
  Driver
- D.
  
  Skill
Correct Answer
C. Driver

Explanation
Mickelson's best characteristic during a game is his skill as a driver. This implies that he is highly proficient and effective when it comes to using his driver club to hit the golf ball off the tee. Being a skilled driver is crucial in golf as it sets up the player for success in the rest of the game.

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8.

When did he marry Amy (née McBride)?
- A.
  
  1998
- B.
  
  1997
- C.
  
  1996
- D.
  
  1995
Correct Answer
C. 1996

Explanation
He married Amy (née McBride) in 1996.

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9.

How many children does he have with Amy as at 2018?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  2
- D.
  
  3
Correct Answer
D. 3
10.

What allowed Mickelson to attend the Arizona State University in Tempe?
- A.
  
  Golf sponsorship
- B.
  
  Golf commercial
- C.
  
  Golf scholarship
- D.
  
  Golf game
Correct Answer
C. Golf scholarship

Explanation
Mickelson was able to attend Arizona State University in Tempe because he received a golf scholarship. This means that his skill and talent in golf earned him financial support to pursue his education at the university. The scholarship likely covered his tuition fees and other expenses, allowing him to focus on his studies while also continuing to play golf.

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