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Phil Mickelson to skip Masters, takes extended break for family health matter

Six-time major champion Phil Mickelson will not compete at next week’s Masters and is stepping away indefinitely as his family navigates a personal health issue, after a recent return to LIV Golf.

Apr 2nd 2026 · United States

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  • Mickelson will not play the Masters next week and will be out indefinitely while his family addresses a personal health matter.
  • He had missed the first four LIV Golf events this season for the same issue and returned two weeks ago, finishing tied for 48th in South Africa.
  • This is his first absence from the year’s first major since a self-imposed break in 2022.
  • Mickelson missed the cut at last year’s Masters.
  • The Masters is scheduled for April 9-12 at Augusta National Golf Club.

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