Phil Mickelson says the first two days of the Presidents Cup will be crucial as the United States prepares to face an international team in South Korea.Mickelson, 45, has played in every Presidents Cup since its creation in 1994. The U.S. won eight of the 10 tournaments, including the past five. Mickelson will partner Zach Johnson against Jason Day and Steven Bowditch in Thursday's foursomes.MORE: |
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