On Sunday, Cam Smith secured a 7-shot victory at the LIV Golf tournament, after Phil Mickelson’s meltdown on the back nine. Smith, who was leading by one shot entering the final round, was able to capitalize on Mickelson’s mistakes and pull away for the win.
The back nine of the tournament was a roller coaster ride for both players. Mickelson started off strong with birdies on the 10th and 11th holes, but then made a double bogey on the 12th hole. He followed that up with a bogey on the 13th and then another double bogey on the 14th. Smith, meanwhile, was able to stay consistent and make par on each of the last five holes.
The meltdown by Mickelson was costly, as it allowed Smith to pull away and secure the victory. Smith finished the tournament with a total score of -14, while Mickelson finished at -7. It was Smith’s first win of the season and his first win since 2016.
The victory was a huge boost for Smith, who has been struggling with his game lately. He has been dealing with a wrist injury that has hampered his play, but he was able to overcome it and secure the win.
The win also marks a huge milestone for Smith, as he is now tied with Mickelson for most wins in LIV Golf history. This is a huge accomplishment for Smith and shows that he is still capable of competing at a high level despite his injury.
Overall, it was an exciting tournament to watch and Smith’s victory was well deserved. He was able to capitalize on Mickelson’s mistakes and secure the win. It will be interesting to see if Smith can continue his success in upcoming tournaments.
