Phil Mickelson makes his strategy for the short par-4 17th at Oakmont Country Club absolutely clear: No matter the circumstance or situation, he is going to lay up off the tee and not go for the driveable green in search of birdie or eagle.
Phil Mickelson makes his strategy for the short par-4 17th at Oakmont Country Club absolutely clear: No matter the circumstance or situation, he is going to lay up off the tee and not go for the driveable green in search of birdie or eagle.
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