Nicklaus offered a sharp-tongued dismissive answer when asked about Phil Mickelson’s form at age 54. 5 Jack Nicklaus celebrates during his honorary tee shot at The Masters on April 10, 2025.

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson continued the Masters tradition that began in 1960 as “honorary starters” early Thursday morning, all hitting tee shots off the first ...

Many were surprised by Phil Mickelson's arrival at Augusta National, as the 54-year-old still playing at a high level. When asked whether it amazed him, Jack Nicklaus, though, said that he's ...

Nicklaus answered the question by taking a pretty clear shot at Mickelson, who has played on the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Tour since defecting from the PGA Tour back in June of 2022.

Golf legend Jack Nicklaus had some harsh words for Phil Mickelson ahead of the 2025 Masters Tournament. Jack Nicklaus took direct aim at Phil Mickelson and LIV Golf ahead of the Masters.

Phil Mickelson is already stamped as a three-time Masters champion, with his most recent green jacket coming in 2010. He is back for another run at it in 2025, but not everybody loves his chances.

With the Masters teeing off Thursday, the six-time champion made a pointed remark about LIV at Phil Mickelson's expense. "I don't know what level Phil's competing at," Nicklaus told reporters .

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Nicklaus offered a sharp-tongued dismissive answer when asked about Phil Mickelson’s form at age 54. Jack Nicklaus celebrates during his honorary tee shot at The Masters on April 10, 2025. REUTERS ...

Golf legends Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson continued the longstanding Masters tradition as “honorary starters,” hitting tee shots off the first hole to begin the tournament early ...

When asked about how impressive it was that Mickelson, age 54, was still competing at this level despite his age, Nicklaus seemed unimpressed. "I don't know what level Phil is competing at ...