The AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am consists of six hour rounds that often take their toll on other golfers, but not Phil Mickelson. Always found in the top golf news stories, he actually enjoys the tournaments while admitting that patience is the key to success. It seems that golf news usually surrounds Mickelson and every turn he makes, but that's all a part of being one of the top professional golfers in the PGA and in the world.

Many fond memories remain with Mickelson as he recounts previous Pro-Am competitions. One such recollection includes celebrity saxophonist Kenny G, who was an amateur partner with Mickelson at one point. Of course, there are plenty of other reasons that would lend to his fondness of Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, including the fact that he made his professional debut in 1992 at the U.S. Open and ended up winning the longest PGA Tour event in history after a rain delay that put the competition on hold for six months.

In 2005, Mickelson enjoyed one of the best performances of his career as he played a 10-under 62 at Spyglass Hill in California. Known as the second most difficult course in Northern California, this is the site that led Mickelson to a memorable victory. He once again found himself in the golf news spotlight, but that's not an uncommon occurrence for this veteran of the sport. Recognized as being one of four top 10 players from the world ranking at Pebble Beach, Mickelson finds that sports news and the eyes of the press are always waiting to see his next move.

In addition to making golf news wherever he competes, Mickelson believes in his fans just as they believe in him. A kind autograph signer, both in person and through the mail, he is a popular fan favorite. Golf fans who aren't fortunate enough to ask in person may request an autograph through the mail. Collectors may request a signed photo or send their own item to be signed. Fans should include a self-addressed stamped envelope and mail their request to:

Phil Mickelson Gaylord Sports Management Attn: Phil Mickelson Fan Mail 13845 N. Northsight Blvd., Suite 200 Scottsdale, AZ 85260

This south paw golf professional is an active member of the PGA and shows no signs of slowing down. Wherever Phil Mickelson is found, fans can rest assured that golf news isn't far away. In fact, golf news is more likely to be found right alongside him at every swing.

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