Phil Mickelson, a five-time major champion, is rarely at a loss for words. More than part of a stuffy golf tradition, the speech is part of every big tournament, whether for major champions or juniors. SCOTLAND (AP) " Nearly 20 years later, Justin Leonard still gets compliments for his British Open victory at Royal Troon. Leonard shot a 65 that sunny afternoon in 1997 at Troon, taking command on the closing holes for a three-stroke victory. Padraig Harrington, who won his first major at Carnoustie in 2007, believes the speech has kept some players from winning.

Source: New Zealand Herald July 12, 2016 15:56 UTC