Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson’s Ryder Cup Partnership
Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson headed to the 2010 Ryder Cup as two of the United States’ most in-form players. Mickelson had just won the Masters Tournament at Augusta National, while Johnson had impressive finishes in the 2010 PGA Championship and the US Open.
USA captain Corey Pavin decided to partner Mickelson and Johnson, a decision that seemed wise on paper. However, what transpired in Wales was unexpected. Mickelson and Johnson lost every match they played together, contributing to the USA’s crushing defeat.
In a recent YouTube video, Mickelson discussed their partnership and admitted that their playing styles clashed. Johnson also remembered the practice rounds leading up to the Ryder Cup, where everything seemed to be going well. However, they ended up performing poorly during the actual matches.
Mickelson realized that he had to stay out of Johnson’s way and talk through his thoughts to relax, but Johnson didn’t want to hear that. It was a revelation for Mickelson, highlighting the challenges they faced as a team.
Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson’s 2010 Ryder Cup Record
During the 2010 Ryder Cup at Celtic Manor, Mickelson and Johnson had a miserable performance. In the first four-ball match on Friday, they were beaten 3&2 by Lee Westwood and Martin Kaymer. In the Saturday foursomes, they lost 3&2 to Ross Fisher and Padraig Harrington.
The partnership was then split up for the Saturday four-ball session, which Europe dominated with a 5.5-1.5 victory. However, both Mickelson and Johnson managed to secure victories in their respective singles matches. Johnson beat Kaymer 6&4, while Mickelson won 4&2 against Peter Hanson.
Overall, their partnership in the 2010 Ryder Cup was marked by disappointment and defeat. It serves as a reminder that even the most talented players can struggle to find chemistry on the golf course.
This revelation sheds light on the challenges faced by Mickelson and Johnson during that tumultuous Ryder Cup, offering a deeper understanding of their partnership and the factors that contributed to their crushing defeat.
