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US Open Golf Betting: Can Phil Mickelson Exorcise Demons?
Phil Mickelson had a rough ride at last year's US Open (AP Images)
The world’s No. 2-ranked golfer Phil Mickelson attempts to overcome the demons of last year’s final round collapse, as well as an ailing wrist in this week’s US Open Championship at the Oakmont Country Club.
Mickelson was on track to win his third straight major championship of the season last year when he scored a double bogey on the 18th hole at Winged Foot, handing the tournament on a silver platter to Geoff Ogilvy.
“I still am in shock that I did that. I just can’t believe that I did that. I am such an idiot,” said Mickelson, confirming what most already know about the Ford-sponsored pro.
Not only will he have the memories of that classic golfing collapse to contend with when he steps up to the first tee box at Oakmont, Mickelson is currently having cortisone shots for a wrist injury. The injury caused him to withdraw from the Memorial two weeks ago and to skip last week’s Stanford St. Jude Championship.
However, Mickelson says he'll be ready to go this week in the Open.
“The good news is there is no break or fracture. I have inflammation that can be relieved and I’m looking forward to playing the Open at 100 percent physically.”
Mickelson currently sits at 8/1 odds to win the US Open in the Bodog Sportsbook.
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