Phil Mickelson Skips 2026 Masters Due to Family Health Matter
Phil Mickelson announced he will not play in the 2026 Masters Tournament, citing a family health matter. The three-time Masters winner has already missed the entire LIV Golf season so far to stay home with his wife Amy.
Phil Mickelson will miss the 2026 Masters Tournament due to what he calls a "personal health matter" affecting his family. The 55-year-old golfer made the announcement on social media.
Mickelson has been away from competitive golf all season. He hasn't played in any LIV Golf events this year, staying home with his wife Amy to deal with the unspecified health issue.
The news comes after Tiger Woods also announced he won't compete in this year's Masters. This means two of golf's biggest draws will be missing from Augusta National.
Mickelson has won the Masters three times and is usually a crowd favorite at the tournament. He joined LIV Golf in 2022 after decades on the PGA Tour.
Details about the family health matter remain private. Mickelson has not said when he might return to competitive golf.
Mickelson is one of golf's biggest stars and a fan favorite at the Masters. His absence, along with Tiger Woods also skipping the tournament, means two of the sport's most popular players won't be at golf's most famous event.
The Masters Tournament will proceed without Mickelson. Watch for updates on his potential return to LIV Golf later this season.
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