Beginning with a stint as a collegiate golfer at Arizona State University, Phil Mickelson has had a career that’s spanned over 25 years. Nicknamed “Lefty,” his aggressive playing style has won him accolades and championships around the world. In fact, he’s one of only 16 golfers ever to win three of the four majors. The only win he lacks is the U.S. Open. In 2012, he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame.
In addition to his wins and awards, Mickelson has amassed an impressive net worth. A quick search for “Phil Mickelson net worth” reveals numbers over a whopping $375 million.
How has he created such wealth? For one, through tournament winnings. It’s estimated that Mickelson has won more than $82 million by simply playing the game he loves. Only Tiger Woods has earned more through competitive golf, and if recent mugshots are any indication, Woods is on a downward slope in his career.
Another huge source of income is endorsements. One of Mickelson’s most notable endorsement deals is with Enbrel, a drug used to treat psoriatic arthritis. Mickelson first announced that he was being treated for the disease back in 2010, when his symptoms flared up so badly before the U.S. Open that he found himself unable to walk. The disease mimics rheumatoid arthritis with its swelling and intense pain in the joints. Although the disease could have been a career-ender for Mickelson, his treatment and endorsement of Enbrel worked to vault him forward.
Mickelson endorses more than just medication, however. He’s also got sponsorship deals with Calloway, Barclays, Rolex, and biotech firm Amgen.
Despite being fined in 2016 for insider trading activity (a mere $1 million), Mickelson’s earnings continue on an upward swing. He’s currently considered to be one of the richest athletes in the world.
