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father’s day interview The next one’s for dad Winning the U.S. Open for my father would mean the world to me. By Phil mickelson PHOTO COURTESY OF THE MICKELSON FAMILY Winning The PLAYERS Championship last year was a big thrill for several reasons, one of which was being able to give my mother a gift I knew she would really appreciate on Mother’s Day. Looking back, it’s hard to believe it was nine years ago when Payne Stewart, who had just won the U.S. Open, gripped my face and said, “You’re going to be a father and there’s nothing greater in the world.” Amy was expecting our first child and I was very excited about that but, for a second or two there at Pinehurst, I had my doubts about Payne’s words. Our daughter Amanda was born the next day and I immediately understood what Payne meant. When I think back to that moment, it always makes me realize how much my father means to me. Golf has rewarded me with many great experiences, but one of my very favorite memories is walking in through the brush from the far side of Balboa Municipal after the sun went down with my dad. My father’s optimism, wisdom and patience have been invaluable. He is far and away the man I admire most because I couldn’t be the father I am now without his guidance. I now have a chance to raise my children the same way he and my mom raised me. Another memory that stands out clearly in my mind is when I was about eight years old. Dad would often take me out to play nine holes after school, and one day I started slamming my clubs down after I missed a shot or putt. Finally, my dad said to me, “Phil, you don’t look like you’re having fun. Put your clubs up until you’re ready to have fun out here.” I walked for one hole and then told him I was ready to have fun again. He said, “OK, let’s play the last hole together.” A few years later, he drove me to a two-day event in Tucson. I was one or two shots back after the first day, but I shot about a million in the last round. On the way home, he said, “Let’s look at the bright side. What did you learn today that you can work on and be better at next time” We spent the long ride home talking through every shot. I’ve come close to giving my dad a perfect Father’s Day gift. I’ve been in a great position to win the U.S. Open three times now, but haven’t quite done it yet. I’ve taken care of Mom with a win. Dad’s is coming. SUMMER 2008 Callaway Golf 29
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