PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. – Phil Mickelson will be 57 years old when the U.S. Open returns to Pebble Beach in 2027, which made Sunday’s final round bittersweet.
The moment was magnified by the constant reminder from the gallery that Sunday was also Lefty’s 49th birthday and he was serenaded with endless renditions of “Happy Birthday.”
“Heard it a decent amount. It's pretty cool. The people here have been so nice to me and I'm very thankful,” said Mickelson following a closing 72 that left him tied for 55th following his round.
Although he appreciated the sentiment, the ever-present well wishes only served to remind him that the clock is running out in his quest to complete the career Grand Slam.