LIV 'framework agreement' and not only have the two sides failed to come together, they now appear farther apart than ever.

The last two years have been very confusing from a professional golf perspective. Friday marked the two-year anniversary of the PGA Tour and LIV Golf seemingly putting an end to what was the most awkward time before this one.

Mickelson will compete in the upcoming U.S. Open, which marks the fifth and final year of the exemption he earned when he won the 2021 PGA Championship. It could be his last opportunity to complete the career Grand Slam, as the U.S. Open is the only major he hasn't won.