What Phil Mickelson really thinks about Vijay Singh’s return to the PGA Tour

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• The HyFlyers captain, who will turn 56 in June, holds that title on the LIV Golf circuit. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementMickelson had his share of battles with Singh during their PGA Tour days and did not hesitate to show his respect for the Fijian’s continued commitment to the sport.“He’s an incredible talent and one of the hardest working individuals I’ve ever seen,” the 56-year-old wrote on X. Vijay Singh shows he still belongs on the PGA TourSingh has quieted a lot of the criticism that followed his decision to accept a PGA Tour card for this season. His last appearance in a regular PGA Tour event was back at the Honda Classic in 2021, so it was not exactly surprising that some questioned whether it made sense. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe 62-year-old has certainly earned the right to take up the chance presented by his career money exemption, much like Brooks Koepka did earlier this year under different circumstances. But he is proving that he is far from being out of place.
• He even managed to make the cut where players like Collin Morikawa and Keegan Bradley did not. Sitting four shots off a top-10 spot, it is unlikely he will close that gap given how many names are ahead of him.
• But just making his way through all 72 holes would be an impressive start to his season. Even so, it would not be surprising if Singh finishes up without an over-par round all week. READ MORE: Brooks Koepka may have spoiled his PGA Tour return during LIV Golf’s Singapore event.