He has been described as a reluctant senior. In January, when we asked Phil Mickelson about his thoughts on his impending 50th birthday and his intention to continue playing against the other Tour stars, his response was lukewarm. But the combination of poor play on the PGA Tour, pandemic and senior success changed that outlook.

Phil Mickelson takes a new impetus towards Augusta, but how far will he go?

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Phil Mickelson remained exemplary on the 50+ circuit with his victory Sunday at the Dominion Energy Charity Classic. It was his second PGA Tour Champions triumph in as many starts, making three superb cards 68-66-65 out three strokes ahead of Mike Weir.

"I have a lot of fun here because I can play aggressively"said Mickelson.

Mickelson will need his signature aggressive play to achieve similar success on the PGA Tour and Masters next month.

The American used a new driver on the Virginia Country Club course and easily took the lead in terms of distance traveled. The big question is how sharp his iron game will be at Augusta National.

Due to a weather delay on Friday, officials decided to play 36 holes on Saturday and Mickelson was three strokes behind Weir after two rounds. Instead of resting, Lefty went to the practice after this marathon day to work on his swing.

"I didn't hit as well as I wanted [Saturday] and I just wanted to find the right timing because I hit the ball really well at times”said Mickelson. “I just found the right rhythm and tried to fit it in today. "

Mickelson won't have to wait long to find out how his game translates on the PGA Tour. He is scheduled to play the next Zozo Championship at Sherwood Country Club as well as the Masters, which he has won three times.

“It's been a year and a half since I won the [PGA Tour]. In Memphis I finished second and I like the feeling of having a chance ”, did he declare. “I hope this time around this tournament will help me gain new momentum. "

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