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Phil Mickelson's PGA Championship Quest Continues, Delayed by Weather

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Phil Mickelson was left to ponder an uncertain future on the golf course, as lightning forced the suspension of play at 6:35 p.m. on Sunday, leaving him with a one-stroke lead in the PGA Championship. The day had seen its fair share of drama, with Mickelson's lead being challenged by Steve Elkington and Thomas Bjorn, but ultimately, the inclement weather dictated the schedule, with play set to resume at 10:05 a.m. on Monday.

Key Takeaways:

  • Phil Mickelson left Baltusrol Golf Club on Sunday with a one-stroke lead in the PGA Championship, a position he had maintained despite a challenging second round.
  • Mickelson's play had been characterized by a mix of strong shots and missed opportunities, with the golfer acknowledging that his focus had been on making pars through the first seven holes rather than tracking his overall score.
  • Tiger Woods, who had made a strong comeback with a birdied final two holes, was within two shots of the lead, along with Vijay Singh and Tiger Woods.
  • The suspension of play meant that a total of 12 players were unable to complete their final rounds, including Mickelson, in an extraordinary display of weather-related disruptions.
  • Mickelson expressed gratitude to the New Jersey crowd, citing their incredible support and enthusiasm, which he stated had contributed to his and his family's enjoyable time at the course.

Statistics:

  • 10 players were within three shots of Mickelson and Davis Love III when the day began.
  • The demanding first seven holes at Baltusrol Golf Club resulted in a combined score of 30 over par for the top 12 players.
  • Mickelson's round was marked by four bogeys in a five-hole stretch between Nos. 6 and 10, which allowed other contenders to stay in contention.
  • Tiger Woods completed the fourth round with a two-under 68, nearly reaching his target score of under-par.
  • The golf course will resume play at 10:05 a.m. on Monday, with play likely to be resumed from the point where it was interrupted on Sunday.

Sources:

  • Byline: ALAN TAYS, Palm Beach Post Staff Writer
  • Source: "Phil Mickelson's PGA Championship Quest Continues, Delayed by Weather", Palm Beach Post (no date specified)
  • Photo captions: CHARLES KRUPA/The Associated Press and JULIE JACOBSON/The Associated Press

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