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Golf club revokes Phil Mickelson's membership amid misconduct allegations
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Golf club revokes Phil Mickelson's membership amid misconduct allegations

From BBC News · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Golfer Phil Mickelson has had his membership revoked by The Farms Golf Club amid allegations of inappropriate contact with a female employee.
  • The incident reportedly occurred earlier this spring, leading to Mickelson being asked to leave mid-round.
  • The club stated it conducted a thorough investigation and took decisive action, confirming Mickelson is no longer a member.

Phil Mickelson's membership at The Farms Golf Club has been revoked following allegations of inappropriate contact with a female employee at the California establishment. The incident is said to have occurred earlier this spring. After a complaint from the employee, Mickelson was reportedly asked to leave the course mid-round at the Rancho Santa Fe club near San Diego.

The Farms Golf Club is committed to maintaining a golf club environment that is safe, respectful and reflects the highest standards of conduct. All members are required to adhere to our Code of Conduct, and any allegations of misconduct are taken seriously.

— The Farms Golf ClubThe club issued a statement regarding the allegations against Phil Mickelson and the subsequent revocation of his membership.

The Farms Golf Club issued a statement confirming the action. "The Farms Golf Club is committed to maintaining a golf club environment that is safe, respectful and reflects the highest standards of conduct," the statement read. "All members are required to adhere to our Code of Conduct, and any allegations of misconduct are taken seriously."

The club detailed that following a staff member's report of misconduct, it provided immediate support to the employee, conducted an independent investigation, and took "decisive action." The statement concluded, "This individual is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club." The club also noted that it reviews all reported matters according to California law and takes appropriate action, but declined further comment to protect the privacy of staff and members.

This individual is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club.

— The Farms Golf ClubThe club confirmed the decisive action taken following an investigation into alleged misconduct.

Mickelson, who became the oldest player to win a major at 51 with his 2021 PGA Championship victory, has faced several controversies. These include his involvement with LIV Golf despite initial derogatory comments about its Saudi backers and a federal investigation into insider trading. The golfer's representatives have been contacted for comment.

I've said and done a lot of things that I regret. I'm sorry for that and sorry for the hurt it caused a lot of people.

— Phil MickelsonMickelson addressed reporters in June 2022 after a period away from the game following controversial comments about LIV Golf's Saudi backers.
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Originally published by BBC News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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