Unstoppable Mickelson sets new records in Atlanta

Phil Mickelson was in a league of his own in Atlanta as he produced the lowest 36-hole score of his 15-year US Tour career.

Unstoppable Mickelson sets new records in Atlanta
Sat, 01 Apr, 2006 - 02:47
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Phil Mickelson was in a league of his own in Atlanta as he produced the lowest 36-hole score of his 15-year US Tour career.

The defending champion added a 65 to his course record-equalling opening 63 to enjoy a 16 under par mark of 128 at the BellSouth Classic. He now holds a massive six-stroke lead over fellow American JJ Henry.

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