Mickelson Dazzles in British Open Win

Comes from 5 strokes behind in fantastic final round
By Newser Editors and Wire Services
Posted Jul 21, 2013 11:53 AM CDT
Mickelson Dazzles in British Open Win
Shingo Katayama of Japan walks away after playing off the first tee during the final round of the British Open Golf Championship at Muirfield, Scotland, Sunday July 21, 2013.    (Jon Super)

Phil Mickelson has won the British Open with a spectacular finish. Mickelson shot a 5-under 66 today to match the best round of the tournament and win his first claret jug. The celebration began while there were still four groups on the course. Lefty birdied four of the last six holes, capped by a 10-footer at the tough 18th to claim his fifth major title. As soon as the ball dropped in the cup, Mickelson pumped his fists in triumph, knowing it would be hard for anyone to chase down his 3-under 281 total. He headed off to hug his wife and kids while his caddie broke down in tears.

Lee Westwood started the day with a two-stroke lead but his chances ended when he failed to make eagle at the 17th. Adam Scott briefly held the outright lead on the back side, but four straight bogeys ended his hopes of a second major title. (More Phil Mickelson stories.)

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