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FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP)—Phil Mickelson was walking toward the 11th tee late Friday evening, his 29th and final hole of the day, when he looked at the wooden scoreboard bearing the names of his group.
Goosen. Els. Mickelson.
His, though, was different. Next to his name, fitting perfectly between the slots holding the letters, was a pink ribbon with the words “Find the Cure” written on one side—the tribute to breast cancer patients everywhere.
“I just figured we should show our support to Phil and Amy,” said Bob Lamb, the volunteer captain who came up with the idea.
For 9 1/2 hours of play Friday at the rain-delayed U.S. Open, Mickelson found sanctuary and support in the game where he’s ranked ahead of all but one person in the world. Shows of support for his wife—Amy Mickelson was diagnosed with breast cancer last month—and family were everywhere.
Goosen. Els. Mickelson.
His, though, was different. Next to his name, fitting perfectly between the slots holding the letters, was a pink ribbon with the words “Find the Cure” written on one side—the tribute to breast cancer patients everywhere.
“I just figured we should show our support to Phil and Amy,” said Bob Lamb, the volunteer captain who came up with the idea.
For 9 1/2 hours of play Friday at the rain-delayed U.S. Open, Mickelson found sanctuary and support in the game where he’s ranked ahead of all but one person in the world. Shows of support for his wife—Amy Mickelson was diagnosed with breast cancer last month—and family were everywhere.