[Golf Topic] Woods vs Mickelson 'Match of the Century' "Will It Happen Again This Year?"

A one-on-one match play between Tiger Woods (right) and Phil Mickelson is being planned again after two years.

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] ○…A rematch between the 'resurrected golf emperor' Tiger Woods and the 'veteran' Phil Mickelson (both from the United States) is underway.

On the 30th (Korean time), Mickelson briefly responded "Currently in progress" to a Twitter user's question about his willingness to hold a head-to-head event with Woods. When another fan asked, "Is this just a tease?" he replied, "No. It's real." Meanwhile, Woods has remained silent on the matter. This is welcome news for golf enthusiasts as the global golf tour has been completely suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The two previously faced off in November 2018 at Shadow Creek Golf Course in Las Vegas, Nevada, under the title "The Match: Tiger vs Phil," playing a one-on-one match play. At that time, Mickelson won the prize money of $9 million (?11 billion) by sinking a 1.2-meter birdie on the fourth hole of overtime after a close battle. It was known to be held annually for three years including last year and this year, but last year’s event was canceled and this year’s is also uncertain.

The matchup between the two players is a boon for broadcasters, who have halted most sports event coverage due to COVID-19. Unlike tour events that gather over 100 players and numerous galleries, this event involves only two players playing without golf fans. During the 2018 match, no spectators were allowed, and the event was broadcast on a paid channel. Players and caddies wore microphones so viewers could hear the lively conversations on the course.

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