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Phil Mickelson to Miss LIV Golf Events for Family Health

2/1/2026

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Phil Mickelson (LIV Golf star), a six-time major champion, will miss the first two LIV Golf events of 2026 due to a family health matter and will return as soon as possible.
Ollie Schniederjans will replace him at the Riyadh event starting February 1, 2026, and at the Adelaide event February 12–15, 2026.
The LIV Golf season faces challenges with recent player departures.

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Phil Mickelson (LIV Golf star), a six-time major champion, will miss the first two LIV Golf events of 2026 due to a family health matter and will return as soon as possible.
Ollie Schniederjans will replace him at the Riyadh event starting February 1, 2026, and at the Adelaide event February 12–15, 2026.
The LIV Golf season faces challenges with recent player departures.